Carter, Montana facts for kids
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Carter, Montana
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Location of Carter, Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Chouteau |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.90 sq mi (7.51 km2) |
| • Land | 2.90 sq mi (7.51 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,123 ft (952 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 65 |
| • Density | 22.43/sq mi (8.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
59420
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-12625 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0769624 |
Carter is a small community in Chouteau County, Montana, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a special area defined by the government for collecting population data. In 2020, about 65 people lived in Carter.
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How Carter Got Its Name
Carter was not always called Carter. Its original name was Sidney. In 1905, the community's name was changed to honor a very important person.
Honoring Thomas H. Carter
The town was renamed after Thomas H. Carter. He was a significant figure in Montana's history. Thomas H. Carter was the first person to represent Montana in the United States Congress.
Where Is Carter Located?
Carter is found in the western part of Chouteau County. It is located along U.S. Route 87. This road connects Carter to other nearby towns.
Nearby Towns and Size
If you travel northeast on U.S. Route 87 for about 14 miles (23 km), you will reach Fort Benton. This is the main town for Chouteau County. If you go southwest for about 26 miles (42 km), you will arrive at Great Falls.
The total area of Carter is about 2.9 square miles (7.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a very small part being water.
Carter's Climate
Carter has a semi-arid climate. This means it is generally dry, but not a desert. It gets more rain than a desert, but less than a humid area.
Who Lives in Carter?
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| 2020 | 65 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 62 people living in Carter. They lived in 31 households, and 19 of these were families. Everyone living in Carter at that time was identified as White.
Households and Ages
About 13% of the households had children under 18 years old. Many households (58%) were married couples living together. About 32% of households were made up of people living alone. Some of these were people aged 65 or older.
The average age of people in Carter in 2000 was 47 years old. About 13% of the population was under 18. About 24% of the population was 65 years or older.
Carter's Hall of Fame
Carter, Montana, has its own special "Hall of Fame." This Hall of Fame celebrates famous people who have visited the town.
Famous Visitors
As of 2010, several well-known individuals have been honored in the Hall of Fame. These include actors like Keanu Reeves and Charlie Sheen. Other inductees are TV host Arsenio Hall and musician Eddie Vedder. Basketball player Steve Smith and former U.S. President Harry Truman are also honored.
On May 15, 2010, Professional wrestler CM Punk was also added to the Carter Hall of Fame.
See also
In Spanish: Carter (Montana) para niños
