Cardwell
Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Montana

Cardwell is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Jefferson County, Montana, with 62 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 4,285 ft (1,306 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Whitehall, 6.4 miles W.
- 62residents (2020 Census)
- 4,285 ftelevation · 1,306 m
- 2.1 sq miland area · 5.6 km²
- 29 / sq mipopulation density
- 59721ZIP code
About Cardwell
Cardwell is a census-designated place (CDP) in Jefferson County, Montana, United States. The population was 62 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Helena Micropolitan Statistical Area.
The town was named for area rancher and state senator Edward Cardwell.
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Cardwell had 62 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 62 |
|---|---|
| Density | 29 per sq mi (11 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Cardwell at a glance
| State | Montana (MT) |
|---|---|
| County | Jefferson County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 62 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.15 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km²) |
| Elevation | 4,285 ft (1,306 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.8649° N, 111.9647° W |
| ZIP code | 59721 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3012400 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Cardwell
- Whitehall6.4 mi W
- Mammoth13.8 mi S
- Harrison14.1 mi SE
- Pony14.5 mi S
- Willow Creek15.7 mi E
- Rader Creek17.0 mi W
- Silver Star19.7 mi SW
- Wheatland19.8 mi E
- Three Forks19.9 mi E
- Norris24.1 mi SE
- Logan26.0 mi E
- Boulder26.7 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Cardwell
What county is Cardwell in?
Cardwell is in Jefferson County, Montana.
What is the population of Cardwell, MT?
62 people lived in Cardwell at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Cardwell, MT?
The ZIP code of Cardwell is 59721.
What is the elevation of Cardwell?
4,285 feet (1,306 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Cardwell?
Whitehall (6.4 mi), Mammoth (13.8 mi), Harrison (14.1 mi), Pony (14.5 mi), Willow Creek (15.7 mi).
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