Living in Carbon County, Montana

Carbon County is a county in Montana with a population of around 10,408, part of the Billings, MT MSA metro area. The main communities are Red Lodge, Bridger, Joliet.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,143/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $467K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 32°F) and cool summers (highs around 74°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Carbon County has older demographics, with a median age of 51 and a moderately educated workforce (30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.