Heron
Census-designated place in Sanders County, Montana
Heron is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Sanders County, Montana, with 173 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,251 ft (686 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Clark Fork, 10.6 miles NW.
- 173residents (2020 Census)
- 2,251 ftelevation · 686 m
- 5.1 sq miland area · 13.2 km²
- 34 / sq mipopulation density
- 59844ZIP code
About Heron
Heron is a census-designated place (CDP) in Sanders County, Montana, named for the village of Heron which is located within it. The population of the CDP was 173 at the 2020 census.
The town was built in 1883 by the Northern Pacific Railroad as a division point.
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- Median household income
- $29,207
- Median home value
- $433,300
- Median age
- 31.4
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Heron had 173 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 173 |
|---|---|
| Density | 34 per sq mi (13 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Heron at a glance
| State | Montana (MT) |
|---|---|
| County | Sanders County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 173 (2020) |
| Land area | 5.09 sq mi (13.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,251 ft (686 m) |
| Coordinates | 48.0638° N, 115.9802° W |
| ZIP code | 59844 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3035875 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Heron
- Clark Fork, ID10.6 mi NW
- Noxon11.1 mi SE
- Bull Lake13.7 mi NE
- East Hope, ID18.5 mi NW
- Hope, ID20.1 mi NW
- Trout Creek24.3 mi SE
- Pioneer Junction27.5 mi NE
- Troy27.7 mi N
- White Haven29.0 mi NE
- Libby29.6 mi NE
- Smelterville, ID37.1 mi S
- Kellogg, ID37.2 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Heron
What county is Heron in?
Heron is in Sanders County, Montana.
What is the population of Heron, MT?
173 people lived in Heron at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Heron, MT?
The ZIP code of Heron is 59844.
What is the elevation of Heron?
2,251 feet (686 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Heron?
Clark Fork (10.6 mi), Noxon (11.1 mi), Bull Lake (13.7 mi), East Hope (18.5 mi), Hope (20.1 mi).
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