Living in Richland County, Montana

Richland County is a county in Montana with a population of around 11,960. The main communities are Sidney, Fairview.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,504/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $314K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 28°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Richland County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.