Wheatland, MT County is a small rural community located in the state of Montana. With a population of just over 2,000 people, it has an incredibly low population density compared to that of the United States as whole at 93 people per square mile. This makes Wheatland an ideal place for those looking to escape to nature and enjoy the beauty of Montana without the hustle and bustle of big cities. There are plenty of year-round outdoor activities to keep people entertained including fantastic fishing opportunities, skiing, hiking, camping and more.
The county is home to several businesses including Wheatland Grocery & Hardware Store which offers a variety of items for all your needs; a wonderful restaurant called Diner & Bakery; and various lodging options such as The Barn Cottage & Trailrider B&B. Additionally, there are plenty of organizations and events in the county such as local farmers markets and 4-H clubs that offer educational opportunities for children. Each summer they also host an annual PRCA Rodeo with talented cowboys from all over the area demonstrating their riding skills in front cheering crowds. All in all, Wheatland MT County is a great place to live or visit if you're looking for natural beauty combined with small-town charm!
The population in Wheatland County is 2,082. There are 2 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Wheatland County is 48.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Wheatland County is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Wheatland County
- 60.0% are married
- 7.0% are divorced
- 31.3% are married with children
- 1.9% have children, but are single
Race in Wheatland County
- 94.4% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 1.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander