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Roberts, Montana
Roberts, Montana is located in Montana
Roberts, Montana
Roberts, Montana
Location in Montana
Roberts, Montana is located in the United States
Roberts, Montana
Roberts, Montana
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Montana
County Carbon
Area
 • Total 3.98 sq mi (10.31 km2)
 • Land 3.98 sq mi (10.31 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
4,666 ft (1,422 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 304
 • Density 76.38/sq mi (29.49/km2)
Time zone UTC-7 (Mountain (MST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-6 (MDT)
ZIP code
59070
Area code(s) 406
GNIS feature ID 2583838

Roberts is a small community in Carbon County, Montana, United States. It is a census-designated place, which means it's a special area counted by the government for population information. It is also an unincorporated town. In 2020, about 304 people lived in Roberts.

History of Roberts

Roberts started as a stop along the Northern Pacific Railroad in 1893. It was first called Merritt. The town's layout was officially planned out in 1902. There was also an older settlement named Roberts located nearby.

Where is Roberts Located?

Roberts is found in the state of Montana. It is about 12 miles away from the town of Red Lodge. The community is located right on U.S. Route 212, which is a main highway. A stream called Rock Creek flows just south of the town.

Climate in Roberts

Roberts has a climate known as a "Warm Summer Continental Climate." This means the area experiences warm summers and cold winters. This type of climate is common in places that are far from large bodies of water.

Education in Roberts

Roberts is home to its own school system, called the Roberts School District. In 2013, about 64 students were enrolled in the district. The local high school is Roberts High School. It is a Class C school, which means it has fewer than 108 students. This classification helps decide how the school competes in sports. The school's sports teams are known as the Rockets.

Notable People from Roberts

  • Ronald Eugene Stein was an Air Force Lieutenant Colonel. He was a hero in the Vietnam War and was awarded the Silver Star.

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