Carter

Census-designated place in Chouteau County, Montana

Aerial view of Carter, Montana
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Carter is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Chouteau County, Montana, with 65 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 3,123 ft (952 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Floweree, 5.6 miles SW.

About Carter

Carter is a census-designated place (CDP) in Chouteau County, Montana, United States. As of the 2020 census, Carter had a population of 65.

Carter's name was changed from Sidney in 1905 to honor Thomas H. Carter, the state's first congressional representative.

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Carter, MT population

Carter had 65 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census65
Density22 per sq mi (9 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Carter at a glance

StateMontana (MT)
CountyChouteau County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population65 (2020)
Land area2.90 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Water area0.00 sq mi (0.00 km²)
Elevation3,123 ft (952 m)
Coordinates47.7778° N, 110.9328° W
ZIP code59420
Census code (GEOID)3012625

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Carter

What county is Carter in?

Carter is in Chouteau County, Montana.

What is the population of Carter, MT?

65 people lived in Carter at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Carter, MT?

The ZIP code of Carter is 59420.

What is the elevation of Carter?

3,123 feet (952 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Carter?

Floweree (5.6 mi), Fort Benton (13.3 mi), Highwood (14.5 mi), Twin Hills Colony (17.7 mi), Malmstrom AFB (22.1 mi).

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