Richland County, Montana
Richland County is way out in northeastern Montana, along the North Dakota border. Agriculture is the key industry here, plain and simple.
Sidney is the county seat, located in the eastern part of the county. Oil has been a game-changer here. Boom and bust, you know how it goes. If you’re into wide-open spaces and big skies, this is your kind of place.
The Missouri River cuts through the county, bringing life to the prairie. Summers are hot as blazes, while winters are cold enough to freeze your socks off. But the people here work hard and play even harder.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Richland County |
| County Seat | Sidney |
| Etymology | Named for its fertile land and abundant natural resources |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Sidney, Fairview, Savage, Lambert |
| Interstates and Highways | MT 16, MT 200, MT 23 |
| FIPS Code | 30-083 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,103 square miles (Land: 2,084 sq mi, Water: 19 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Roosevelt County (North), Williams County, North Dakota (Northeast), McKenzie County, North Dakota (East), Wibaux County (South), Dawson County (Southwest), McCone County (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Montana |
| Coordinates | 47.8286° N, 104.4872° W |
| Major Landmarks | Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site, Missouri River, Sidney-Richland Airport |
| Population | Approximately 10,500 |
