Moving to Absarokee, Montana
The current estimated population of Absarokee is 1,150, with a nearly equal gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female. The town has experienced slight population growth due to its location near popular outdoor recreational areas, attracting both tourists and new residents.
City Facts
- Founded: 1900
- County: Stillwater County
- Land Area: 1.5 square miles
- Population Density: 767 people per square mile
- Area Code: 406
- Zip Code: 59001
Geography and Location
Absarokee is a small town located in southern Montana, nestled in the foothills of the Beartooth Mountains. The town is about 60 miles southwest of Billings, providing a remote yet accessible location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Absarokee sits near the Stillwater River, making it a gateway to the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness and Yellowstone National Park. The town’s economy is heavily based on agriculture and tourism, with ranching and farming playing key roles. Its picturesque setting and small-town charm draw visitors year-round, particularly those looking for a peaceful escape in the Montana wilderness. The area’s rugged natural beauty and proximity to outdoor adventures make Absarokee a popular destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Demographics
Median resident age: 39.5 years
Median household income: $43,676
Median house value: $117,000
Population by Race
Races in Absarokee:
- White Non-Hispanic (96.2%)
- Hispanic (2.5%)
- Other race (1.5%)
- Two or more races (0.9%)
- American Indian (0.6%)
Ancestries: German (29.3%), English (16.7%), Irish (13.8%), Norwegian (12.1%), United States (6.6%), Scottish (4.1%).
Elevation: 4044 feet
Land area: 2.0 square miles
Population by Education
For population 25 years and over in Absarokee
- High school or higher: 87.1%
- Bachelor’s degree or higher: 15.4%
- Graduate or professional degree: 3.6%
- Unemployed: 3.0%
- Mean travel time to work: 28.8 minutes
For population 15 years and over in Absarokee CDP
- Never married: 14.3%
- Now married: 65.8%
- Separated: 2.0%
- Widowed: 8.2%
- Divorced: 9.7%
1.0% Foreign born
Hospitals
Hospitals/medical centers near Absarokee:
- STILLWATER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL CAH (about 14 miles; COLUMBUS, MT)
- BEARTOOTH HOSPITAL & HEALTH CENTER (about 21 miles; RED LODGE, MT)
- PIONEER MEDICAL CENTER – CAH (about 42 miles; BIG TIMBER, MT)
Airports
Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Absarokee:
- BILLINGS LOGAN INTL (about 66 miles; BILLINGS, MT; Abbreviation: BIL)
- YELLOWSTONE REGIONAL (about 76 miles; CODY, WY; Abbreviation: COD)
- GALLATIN FIELD (about 120 miles; BOZEMAN, MT; Abbreviation: BZN)
Other public-use airports nearest to Absarokee:
- COLUMBUS (about 15 miles; COLUMBUS, MT; Abbreviation: 6S3)
- RED LODGE (about 27 miles; RED LODGE, MT; Abbreviation: RED)
- BRIDGER MUNI (about 40 miles; BRIDGER, MT; Abbreviation: 6S1)
Colleges and Universities
Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Absarokee:
- MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY-BILLINGS (about 68 miles; BILLINGS, MT; Full-time enrollment: 3,105)
- MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY-BOZEMAN (about 102 miles; BOZEMAN, MT; Full-time enrollment: 10,380)
- RICKS COLLEGE (about 197 miles; REXBURG, ID; Full-time enrollment: 8,670)
- IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY (about 281 miles; POCATELLO, ID; Full-time enrollment: 10,057)
- CASPER COLLEGE (about 283 miles; CASPER, WY; Full-time enrollment: 2,564)
- UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY (about 316 miles; LOGAN, UT; Full-time enrollment: 16,384)
- THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA-MISSOULA (about 337 miles; MISSOULA, MT; Full-time enrollment: 11,112)
Schools
Public high school in Absarokee:
- ABSAROKEE HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 117; Location: 327 S WOODARD AVE; Grades: 09 – 12)
Public primary/middle schools in Absarokee:
- ABSAROKEE SCHOOL (Students: 186; Location: 327 S WOODARD AVE; Grades: PK – 06)
- ABSAROKEE 7-8 (Students: 55; Location: 327 S WOODARD AVE; Grades: 07 – 08)
- NYE SCHOOL (Students: 4; Location: 16 MILLER ROAD; Grades: PK – 06)