Belfry
Census-designated place in Carbon County, Montana
Belfry is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Carbon County, Montana, with 193 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 3,862 ft (1,177 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Bearcreek, 7.9 miles W.
- 193residents (2020 Census)
- 3,862 ftelevation · 1,177 m
- 1.7 sq miland area · 4.3 km²
- 116 / sq mipopulation density
- 59008ZIP code
About Belfry
Belfry is a census-designated place (CDP) in Carbon County, Montana, United States. It is an unincorporated town, and is part of the Billings, Montana Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 193 at the 2020 census, down from 218 in the 2010 census. It is located approximately 11 miles (18 km) from the Wyoming border, roughly halfway between Billings, Montana and Cody, Wyoming.
Belfry is predominantly an agricultural community. The primary crops are sugar beets, alfalfa, and feed corn. Ranchers raise cattle and sheep. Water for agricultural use comes mostly from the Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone River through several cooperative ditch companies, with water rights dating back 100 years or more.
The town was created by the construction of the Yellowstone Park Railroad in 1905. The line, known as Montana, Wyoming & Southern Railroad beginning in 1909, was a short line between Bridger and the coal mines. The town was named for Dr. Oran Merton Belfry, an investor in the railroad. The post office was established on February 26, 1906, with Mary Hall as the first postmaster.
Belfry was the headquarters of the railroad and anchored the business district. With demand for coal down, the railroad went bankrupt in 1954. The Depot was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2012.
Kose Hall is also listed on the Register. The building has functioned as a dance hall, restaurant, and general store.
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- Median household income
- $102,823
- Median age
- 37.3
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Belfry had 193 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 193 |
|---|---|
| Density | 116 per sq mi (45 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Belfry at a glance
| State | Montana (MT) |
|---|---|
| County | Carbon County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 193 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.66 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Water area | 0.05 sq mi (0.14 km²) |
| Elevation | 3,862 ft (1,177 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.1372° N, 108.9981° W |
| ZIP code | 59008 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3004900 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Belfry
- Bearcreek7.9 mi W
- Bridger11.6 mi N
- Red Lodge12.9 mi W
- Fox14.8 mi NW
- Roberts16.8 mi NW
- Fromberg18.3 mi N
- Frannie, WY21.7 mi SE
- Boyd22.2 mi N
- Luther22.8 mi NW
- Edgar23.3 mi N
- Joliet24.0 mi N
- Montaqua25.9 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Belfry
What county is Belfry in?
Belfry is in Carbon County, Montana.
What is the population of Belfry, MT?
193 people lived in Belfry at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Belfry, MT?
The ZIP code of Belfry is 59008.
What is the elevation of Belfry?
3,862 feet (1,177 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Belfry?
Bearcreek (7.9 mi), Bridger (11.6 mi), Red Lodge (12.9 mi), Fox (14.8 mi), Roberts (16.8 mi).
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