Roosevelt County, Montana
Roosevelt County lies in the northeastern corner of Montana, along the North Dakota border. Wolf Point, in the southwest, serves as the county seat. The Missouri River has carved its path along the southern border.
The county is home to the Wild Horse Stampede, Montana’s oldest rodeo. You’ll find a mix of cultures here, with ranchers living alongside members of the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes, whose reservation covers much of the county.
Oil and agriculture drive the local economy, but it’s the strong sense of community that keeps people rooted. Visitors may be surprised by the area’s natural beauty, which includes badland formations and cottonwood-lined creeks. Life moves a little slower in Roosevelt County.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Roosevelt County |
| County Seat | Wolf Point |
| Etymology | Named after Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Wolf Point, Poplar, Culbertson, Bainville, Brockton, Froid |
| Interstates and Highways | US 2, MT 16, MT 13 |
| FIPS Code | 30-085 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,370 square miles (Land: 2,355 sq mi, Water: 15 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Daniels County (Northwest), Sheridan County (Northeast), Williams County, North Dakota (East), McKenzie County, North Dakota (Southeast), Richland County (South), McCone County (Southwest), Valley County (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.1343° N, 105.0066° W |
| Major Landmarks | Fort Peck Indian Reservation, Missouri River, Wolf Point Bridge |
| Population | Approximately 11,000 |
