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Polson, MT

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Population
5,653
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,927 ft
Median Home Value
$356,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$912/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,418
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MontanaPopulation ranking#23 highest population in MontanaNearest larger communityKalispell, Montana38 miles away · 31,851 residents.

About Polson

Polson is the county seat of Lake County, Montana, situated on the southern shore of Flathead Lake. Located within the Flathead Indian Reservation and named for pioneer rancher David Polson, the city of approximately 5,428 is served by U.S. Route 93. Public education is administered by the Polson School District.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow Sales TaxA+100.0rating

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