The Yellowstone County Map provides a detailed view of the largest county by population in Montana, highlighting major cities, towns, transportation networks, and natural features. The map clearly displays Billings, the county seat and largest city, along with communities such as Laurel, Lockwood, Huntley, Shepherd, Ballantine, Worden, and Custer. Important transportation corridors including Interstate 90, Interstate 94, U.S. highways, and state highways are marked for easy reference. Major rivers, including the Yellowstone River, are also shown, helping users understand the county’s geography and drainage patterns. This map is ideal for educational, planning, travel, business, and geographic reference purposes across Yellowstone County, Montana.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Yellowstone County |
| State | Montana |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | February 26, 1883 |
| Incorporated | Organized as a county in 1883 |
| Population | Approximately 170,000+ (2024 estimate) |
| County | Billings |
| Area | 2,649 sq mi (6,861 km²) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| ZIP Codes | 59002–59117 (various ZIP codes within the county) |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Known For | Billings, Yellowstone River, agriculture, energy production, commerce, and healthcare services |
| Major Airport | Billings Logan International Airport |
| Climate | Semi-arid continental climate with cold winters and warm, dry summers |
| Nickname | Magic City County (derived from Billings' nickname, "The Magic City") |
| Major Highways | Interstate 90 (I-90), Interstate 94 (I-94), U.S. Highway 87, U.S. Highway 212, U.S. Highway 310 |
| Nearby Border | Adjacent to Carbon, Stillwater, Golden Valley, Musselshell, Rosebud, Treasure, and Big Horn counties |
| Major Attractions | Pictograph Cave State Park, ZooMontana, Moss Mansion, Yellowstone River, Lake Elmo State Park |