Laurel, MT is a small town of 7,164 people located in Yellowstone County. It has an extremely low population density of only 3,112 people per square mile compared to the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. For those looking for a slower-paced environment away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Laurel makes a great destination. With its abundance of local businesses, unique year-round outdoor activities, organizations and sporting events, there are plenty of things to do no matter the season.
Local businesses include The Sidewalk Saloon & Casino, Town Pump Food Store and Big R Store. Popular year round outdoor activities in Laurel range from camping to fishing to skiing. Organizations such as the American Legion Post #24 provide local resources for veterans and their families. Throughout the summer months there are several sporting events including baseball games featuring local teams like The Billings Royals Amateur Baseball Association and rodeos at nearby ranches.
The population in Laurel is 7,164. There are 3,320 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Laurel is 37, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Laurel is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Laurel
- 50.4% are married
- 14.5% are divorced
- 41.0% are married with children
- 9.2% have children, but are single
Race in Laurel
- 95.1% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.7% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander