Living in Deer Lodge County, Montana

Deer Lodge County is a county in Montana with a population of around 9,139. The main communities are Anaconda.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $557/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $258K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 29°F) and cool summers (highs around 64°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Deer Lodge County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 49 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.