County profile · Montana
Hill County, MT market data
How Hill County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 16,167
- −0.5% since 2020
- Households
- 6,206
- Median household income
- $52,798
- +7.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $202,600
- Jobs located here
- 6,080
- Highest market score
- 52
- Doctors, dentists and clinics, #1,082 of 2,394 scored counties
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Free10 actions over 3 days, no cardSurvey estimates 2020–2024 · population estimates 2025 · official business counts 2023 · map listings September 2026 · Data credits · How we measure
What this means
Hill County has an estimated 16,167 people and 6,206 households. Population estimates put the population change in Hill County from 2020 to 2025 at −0.5%, against +3.1% for the U.S. Median household income in Hill County is $52,798, 35% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 7.1%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Hill County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 114, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on clothing, shoes and related services (73).
Of the business types scored in Hill County, medical and dental practices (52), gas stations (49) and real estate businesses (44) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For medical and dental practices, that ranks #1,082 of 2,394 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for HVAC and plumbing companies (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (45% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Hill County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Hill County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 52 | #1,082 of 2,394 | 29 | 46.7 | $234K | 154 | 11 |
| Gas stations | 49 | #1,194 of 2,358 | 6 | 9.7 | $3M | 125 | 11 |
| Real estate | 44 | #1,394 of 2,229 | 16 | 25.8 | Index only | 138 | 9 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 41 | #1,515 of 2,176 | 14 | 22.6 | Index only | 126 | 6 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 38 | #1,673 of 2,402 | 16 | 25.8 | $2.1M | 62 | 3 |
| Convenience stores | 34 | #1,669 of 2,261 | 6 | 9.7 | $5.6M | 71 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 34 | #1,673 of 2,088 | 9 | 14.5 | $515K | 78 | 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 34 | #1,982 of 2,385 | 23 | 37.1 | $226K | 106 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 32 | #1,938 of 2,378 | 18 | 29.0 | $376K | 84 | 11 |
| Auto repair and car care | 31 | #1,988 of 2,401 | 30 | 48.3 | $225K | 84 | 16 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 28 | #1,694 of 1,886 | 8 | 12.9 | $849K | 86 | 5 |
| Gyms | 27 | #1,559 of 1,792 | 5 | 8.1 | $927K | 71 | 3 |
| Pet businesses | 27 | #1,960 of 2,200 | 10 | 16.1 | $487K | 55 | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 26 | #1,726 of 1,889 | 8 | 12.9 | $2.5M | 60 | 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 25 | #2,193 of 2,405 | 32 | 51.6 | $624K | 94 | 14 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 24 | #1,915 of 2,063 | 12 | 19.3 | $1.7M | 45 | 3 |
| Child care and preschools | 22 | #1,457 of 1,611 | 6 | 9.7 | $474K | 47 | 8 |
| Grocery stores | 22 | #1,836 of 2,070 | 6 | 9.7 | $5.6M | 60 | Under 3 |
| Hair salons | 21 | #2,204 of 2,339 | 17 | 27.4 | $306K | 71 | Under 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 18 | #2,119 of 2,272 | 15 | 24.2 | $850K | 68 | 15 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 18 | #2,326 of 2,405 | 78 | 125.7 | $256K | 69 | 30 |
| Home repair trades | 9 | #2,056 of 2,057 | 16 | 25.8 | $906K | 37 | 17 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 9 | #2,073 of 2,087 | 16 | 25.8 | $583K | 46 | 9 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 9 | #2,194 of 2,210 | 21 | 33.8 | $444K | 50 | 9 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 6 | #1,707 of 1,707 | 10 | 16.1 | $1.5M | 30 | 11 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.4 | $1.7M | 55 | 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.4 | $3.6M | 30 | 6 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.4 | $5M | 164 | 13 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.4 | $195K | 29 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.4 | $5M | 98 | 13 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 6.4 | $1.7M | 68 | 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $2.3M | 89 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $2.3M | 95 | 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $3.1M | 25 | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $1.5M | 77 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $2.3M | 72 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $1.6M | 64 | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $2.3M | 94 | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $1.7M | 198 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.8 | $1.6M | 60 | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.2 | $3.4M | Too few | 4 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.2 | $3.4M | Too few | 7 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.2 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.2 | $2.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.2 | $7.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.6 | $5.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.6 | $4.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.6 | $4.6M | Too few | 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Hill County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $6.8M | $1,090 | 114 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $17.9M | $2,881 | 111 |
| Food away from home | $20M | $3,217 | 79 |
| Groceries | $33.5M | $5,392 | 85 |
| Personal care products and services | $5.2M | $837 | 83 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.8M | $458 | 79 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $4.6M | $747 | 76 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.8M | $1,094 | 85 |
| Pets | $4.9M | $785 | 86 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $9.3M | $1,504 | 73 |
| Vehicle insurance | $12.7M | $2,054 | 105 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $14.5M | $2,337 | 77 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $6.9M | $1,107 | 78 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $96M | $15,462 | 93 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Hill County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 16,167−0.5% since 2020
- Households
- 6,206
- Median age
- 34.8
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 66%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.1
- Land area
- 2,899 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 6
- Median household income
- $52,798+7.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $75,118
- Median home value
- $202,600
- Jobs located here
- 6,080
- Daytime population
- 15,558Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Hill County?
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Questions
How fast is Hill County, MT growing?
Population estimates put Hill County at 16,167 people in 2025, down 0.5% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 6,206 households. Median household income rose 7.1% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Hill County, MT spend?
Households in Hill County spend about $96M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $33.5M on groceries and $20M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Hill County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 114, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on clothing, shoes and related services (73).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Hill County, MT?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Hill County are for medical and dental practices (52), gas stations (49) and real estate businesses (44). Hill County ranks #1,082 of 2,394 scored counties for medical and dental practices.
How does Hill County, MT compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Hill County is $52,798 a year, 35% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 0.5% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $202,600, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Hill County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for HVAC and plumbing companies (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (45% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 25 of the 56 business types have a score in Hill County, each ranked against other counties.
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