Jefferson, MT County is a rural area located in Montana. The county is home to 12,057 people and has a population density of 7 people per square mile. Residents of the area enjoy outdoor activities year-round such as camping, hiking, fishing, and snowmobiling. For those interested in more leisurely activities, Jefferson hosts a variety of local businesses such as small restaurants and craft stores. The County also offers many organizations for community involvement such as their 4-H club and volunteer fire department. Additionally, residents can enjoy some great sporting events like the annual summer rodeo or the winter ice hockey tournament at the nearby arena.
The population in Jefferson County is 12,057. There are 7 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Jefferson County is 47.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Jefferson County is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Jefferson County
- 65.0% are married
- 13.4% are divorced
- 25.9% are married with children
- 11.0% have children, but are single
Race in Jefferson County
- 93.0% are White
- 0.1% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 1.4% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander