The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Powder River county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 71.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 18.2℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 31% and the area covered by water is 0.02%. The overall influence score for Powder River is 9.
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Powder River County is located in the southeastern corner of Montana, bordered by Wyoming to the south and South Dakota to the east. The county covers an area of 2,743 square miles and has a population of 1,841 as of 2019.
The vast majority of Powder River County's population is rural, with nearly 97% living in non-metropolitan areas. The county has a low population density, with only 6.7 people per square mile.
The median household income in Powder River County is $39,615, significantly lower than the national average of $61,937. The poverty rate stands at 19.3%, nearly double the national rate of 10.5%.
Agriculture is the primary industry in Powder River County, with cattle ranching being the most common form of farming in the area. The landscape is primarily rural plains and grasslands, with some areas of forested hills and mountains.
Overall, Powder River County is a relatively sparsely populated area with a low median income and a high poverty rate.
Montana State OfficeFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Montana
2229 Boot Hill Court
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-2580
Business Programs: (406) 585-2540
Community Programs: (406) 585-2520
Housing Programs: (406) 585-2515