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Montana District 1

Congressional District in MT • 5 Counties

Montana's 1st congressional district is represented by Ryan Zinke, a Republican U.S. representative. Zinke won the 2024 general election with 52.3% of the vote. The district has 564,861 residents, a median household income of $73,598 and a median age of 40.3, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Ryan Zinke

Representative for Montana District 1
Republican11 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

564,861

Total Population

$73,598

Median Household Income

40.3

Median Age

24.7%

College Educated

11.4%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

86.4% Whi
0.3% Bla
4.4% His
1.0% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 40.3 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $73,598 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Ryan Zinke Republican52.3%
Monica Tranel Democratic44.6%
Dennis Hayes Libertarian3.1%

Ryan Zinke won by 7.7%

322,266 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Ryan Zinke

Major Counties

Yellowstone, Gallatin, Silver Bow and 2 more

Major Cities

Billings, Bozeman, Butte

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Montana District 1?
Ryan Zinke (Republican) currently represents Montana District 1 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Montana District 1?
Montana District 1 includes 5 counties: Yellowstone, Gallatin, Silver Bow, Cascade, Missoula.
What are the major cities in Montana District 1?
The major cities in this district include Billings, Bozeman, Butte.
What is the population of Montana District 1?
Montana District 1 has a population of approximately 564,861 residents.