Birney, Montana facts for kids
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Birney, Montana
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Location of Birney, Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Rosebud |
| Area | |
| • Total | 15.09 sq mi (39.07 km2) |
| • Land | 15.09 sq mi (39.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,124 ft (952 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 97 |
| • Density | 6.43/sq mi (2.48/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
59012
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-06925 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0802035 |
Birney is a small community in Rosebud County, Montana, in the United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town. In 2020, about 97 people lived there. Birney got its post office way back in 1886.
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History of Birney
How Birney Got Its Name
The area near Birney has an interesting past. Another town nearby, called Ashland, was once named Birney too! That was from 1881 to 1886, named after the postmaster there. The Birney we know today was named after a fur trader.
Important Events Near Birney
A famous battle called the Battle of Wolf Mountain happened close to Birney. This battle took place in January 1877. It was an important event in the history of the area.
Birney in the Past
In the late 1950s, Birney was very small. It had a schoolhouse with two classrooms. There was also a small church. The town had a store called the Birney Cash Store, which also held the post office. Another store was called Ranch Stores. Only about six families lived there, with a total of 13 people.
Geography of Birney
Where is Birney Located?
Birney is found along the Tongue River Road. It is close to where the Tongue River meets Hanging Woman Creek. If you travel about 40 miles northeast, you would reach Sheridan, Wyoming. The town of Ashland is about 20 miles southwest. Birney is just outside the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation.
Land Area
The total area of Birney is about 15.1 square miles (39.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within its boundaries.
Birney's Climate
Birney has a type of weather called a semi-arid climate. This means it's usually dry, but not a complete desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot.
People of Birney
Population Changes
The number of people living in Birney has changed over time.
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| 2020 | 97 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 108 people living in Birney. These people made up 29 households. About 22 of these were families. The population density was about 7 people per square mile.
Who Lives in Birney?
In 2000, most people in Birney were Native American, making up about 86% of the population. About 9% were White. A small number of people were from other backgrounds. About 1.85% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Ages
Many households in Birney had children under 18 living with them. About 34.5% were married couples. Some households were led by a single mother.
The population in 2000 was quite young. About 45% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age was 21 years. This shows that many young people and families live in Birney.
Media and News
The local newspaper that covers news for Birney is called the Independent Press. This newspaper is based in Forsyth and reports on all of Rosebud County.
Famous Person from Birney
- Frederic Remington (1861-1909) - He was a very famous artist who painted scenes of the American West. He sometimes lived near Birney, close to the Cheyenne Indian Reservation. He would hunt, paint, and sketch there.
See also
In Spanish: Birney (Montana) para niños
