Elkhorn
Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Montana
Elkhorn is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Jefferson County, Montana, with 12 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 6,444 ft (1,964 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Jefferson City, 7.5 miles NW.
- 12residents (2020 Census)
- 6,444 ftelevation · 1,964 m
- 6.7 sq miland area · 17.5 km²
- 2 / sq mipopulation density
- 59638ZIP code
About Elkhorn
Elkhorn is a census-designated place (CDP) in Jefferson County, Montana, United States, in the Elkhorn Mountains of the southwestern part of the state. It was originally established as a mining town in the 19th century. As of the 2020 census, Elkhorn had a population of 12. The community is considered a ghost town, and two of its buildings are preserved as Elkhorn State Park.
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Elkhorn had 12 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 12 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2 per sq mi (1 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Elkhorn at a glance
| State | Montana (MT) |
|---|---|
| County | Jefferson County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 12 (2020) |
| Land area | 6.74 sq mi (17.5 km²) |
| Elevation | 6,444 ft (1,964 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.2843° N, 111.9488° W |
| ZIP code | 59638 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3023865 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Elkhorn
- Jefferson City7.5 mi NW
- Boulder8.8 mi SW
- Clancy11.7 mi N
- Basin16.1 mi W
- Radersburg16.3 mi E
- Montana City16.6 mi N
- Winston18.6 mi NE
- South Hills18.9 mi N
- The Silos19.0 mi NE
- Unionville19.2 mi N
- Spokane Creek20.0 mi NE
- Rimini20.3 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Elkhorn
What county is Elkhorn in?
Elkhorn is in Jefferson County, Montana.
What is the population of Elkhorn, MT?
12 people lived in Elkhorn at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Elkhorn, MT?
The ZIP code of Elkhorn is 59638.
What is the elevation of Elkhorn?
6,444 feet (1,964 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Elkhorn?
Jefferson City (7.5 mi), Boulder (8.8 mi), Clancy (11.7 mi), Basin (16.1 mi), Radersburg (16.3 mi).
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