Wise River
Census-designated place in Beaverhead County, Montana
Wise River is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Beaverhead County, Montana, with 42 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 5,653 ft (1,723 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Dewey, 4.6 miles E.
- 42residents (2020 Census)
- 5,653 ftelevation · 1,723 m
- 0.7 sq miland area · 1.9 km²
- 57 / sq mipopulation density
- 59727ZIP code
About Wise River
Wise River is an unincorporated community in northern Beaverhead County, Montana, United States. As of the 2020 census, Wise River had a population of 42.
This community takes its name from the Wise River, which flows into the Big Hole River nearby. A post office was established in 1913.
The Elkhorn-Coolidge Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places is nearby. The district includes the Elkhorn mine site and the ghost town of Coolidge. The mine was for silver and began operation in 1872.
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Living in Wise River
- Median household income
- $55,313
- Median home value
- $381,800
- Median age
- 67.2
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Wise River had 42 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 42 |
|---|---|
| Density | 57 per sq mi (22 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Wise River at a glance
| State | Montana (MT) |
|---|---|
| County | Beaverhead County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 42 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.74 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km²) |
| Elevation | 5,653 ft (1,723 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.7944° N, 112.9438° W |
| ZIP code | 59727 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3081325 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Wise River
- Dewey4.6 mi E
- Anaconda-Deer Lodge County22.8 mi NW
- Glen25.0 mi SE
- Walkerville25.6 mi NE
- Maverick Mountain27.2 mi S
- Wisdom27.4 mi SW
- Rader Creek30.4 mi E
- Silver Star32.6 mi E
- Twin Bridges34.2 mi SE
- Racetrack34.7 mi N
- Argenta35.9 mi S
- Jackson37.1 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Wise River
What county is Wise River in?
Wise River is in Beaverhead County, Montana.
What is the population of Wise River, MT?
42 people lived in Wise River at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Wise River, MT?
The ZIP code of Wise River is 59727.
What is the elevation of Wise River?
5,653 feet (1,723 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Wise River?
Dewey (4.6 mi), Anaconda-Deer Lodge County (22.8 mi), Glen (25.0 mi), Walkerville (25.6 mi), Maverick Mountain (27.2 mi).
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