Pondera County, Montana facts for kids
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Pondera County
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Pondera County Courthouse
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Location within the U.S. state of Montana
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Montana |
| Founded | April 1, 1919 |
| Named for | Pend d'Oreilles people |
| Seat | Conrad |
| Largest city | Conrad |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,640 sq mi (4,200 km2) |
| • Land | 1,623 sq mi (4,200 km2) |
| • Water | 17 sq mi (40 km2) 1.0% |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,898 |
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6,078  |
| • Density | 3.596/sq mi (1.389/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (Mountain) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| Congressional districts | 1st, 2nd |
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Pondera County (pronounced POND-ə-RAY) is a county located in the state of Montana in the United States. It was named after the Pend d'Oreilles people, a Native American tribe. The county was created on April 1, 1919.
As of the 2020 census, about 5,898 people lived in Pondera County. The main town and county seat (the place where the county government is located) is Conrad.
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Exploring Pondera County
Pondera County is known for its wide-open spaces and beautiful natural areas. It's a great place to learn about Montana's geography and history.
Where is Pondera County?
Pondera County covers a total area of about 1,640 square miles (4,248 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1,623 square miles (4,203 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 17 square miles (44 square kilometers), is water.
It shares borders with several other counties:
- Glacier County to the north
- Toole County to the north
- Liberty County to the east
- Chouteau County to the east
- Teton County to the south
- Flathead County to the west
Protected Natural Areas
Part of the famous Lewis and Clark National Forest is found in Pondera County. This forest is a large area of protected land with trees, mountains, and wildlife. Also, a part of the Rocky Mountain Front Conservation Area is located here. This area helps protect the amazing natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains.
People of Pondera County
The number of people living in Pondera County has changed over the years. In 1920, there were 5,741 people. The population grew to 7,653 in 1960 before slowly decreasing. In 2020, the population was 5,898.
Who Lives Here?
According to the 2010 census, most people living in Pondera County were white (82.7%). A significant number of residents were also American Indian (14.5%). People from other backgrounds, including Asian, Black, and those of two or more races, also live in the county. About 1.4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many families live in Pondera County. In 2010, about 30% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.41 people.
Towns and Communities
Pondera County has a few main towns and several smaller communities.
Main Towns
- Conrad: This is the largest town and the county seat. It's where the county government offices are located.
- Valier: Another important town in the county.
Smaller Communities
There are also several smaller places where people live. Some of these are called "census-designated places" (CDPs), which are areas identified by the census bureau for statistical purposes. Others are unincorporated communities.
- Birch Creek Colony
- Brady
- Dupuyer
- Heart Butte
- Kingsbury Colony
- Midway Colony
- New Miami Colony
- Pondera Colony
- East Community
- Fowler
- Gallup City
- Ledger
- Manson
- Williams
Famous People from Pondera County
Even though Pondera County is not a huge place, some notable people have connections to it.
- Ivan Doig: A well-known author who lived in Dupuyer.
- George Montgomery: A famous actor who appeared in many films and TV shows. He was born and grew up in Brady.
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Pondera para niños
