Petroleum County, MT

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Petroleum County Map

Petroleum County Overview

416
TOTAL POPULATION
226
MALE POPULATION
190
FEMALE POPULATION
118.95
MALES / 100 FEMALES
84.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,590
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,981
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
239
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Petroleum County Area Codes

Race in Petroleum County

The most populous races in Petroleum County are White / Caucasian (408 | 98.1%), and Asian (8 | 1.9%).
Race in Petroleum County
Race# Population% Population
Asian81.9%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian40898.1%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total416100.0%

Ancestry in Petroleum County

The most populous ancestries reported in Petroleum County are German (140 | 33.7%), American (109 | 26.2%), English (53 | 12.7%), Norwegian (42 | 10.1%), and Irish (27 | 6.5%), together accounting for 89.2% of all Petroleum County residents.
Ancestry in Petroleum County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American10926.2%
Bhutanese61.4%
Danish61.4%
English5312.7%
Finnish41.0%
French51.2%
French Canadian20.5%
German14033.7%
Indian (Asian)20.5%
Irish276.5%
Italian10.2%
Norwegian4210.1%
Polish133.1%
Romanian71.7%
Scandinavian10.2%
Scotch-Irish61.4%
Scottish92.2%
Swedish71.7%
Yugoslavian20.5%
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Immigrants in Petroleum County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Petroleum County came from Europe (5 | 1.2%), and Northern Europe (5 | 1.2%), together accounting for 2.4% of all Petroleum County residents.
Immigrants in Petroleum County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Europe51.2%
Northern Europe51.2%
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Sex and Age in Petroleum County

Sex and Age in Petroleum County

The most populous age groups in Petroleum County are 45 to 49 Years (35 | 15.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (25 | 13.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Petroleum County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (10.6%)13 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Years12 (5.3%)6 (3.2%)
10 to 14 Years11 (4.9%)3 (1.6%)
15 to 19 Years5 (2.2%)3 (1.6%)
20 to 24 Years9 (4.0%)7 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)22 (11.6%)
30 to 34 Years13 (5.8%)4 (2.1%)
35 to 39 Years7 (3.1%)15 (7.9%)
40 to 44 Years11 (4.9%)13 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years35 (15.5%)5 (2.6%)
50 to 54 Years9 (4.0%)20 (10.5%)
55 to 59 Years10 (4.4%)12 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years31 (13.7%)25 (13.2%)
65 to 69 Years11 (4.9%)8 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years17 (7.5%)9 (4.7%)
75 to 79 Years3 (1.3%)15 (7.9%)
80 to 84 Years8 (3.5%)9 (4.7%)
85 Years and over10 (4.4%)1 (0.5%)
Total226 (100.0%)190 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Petroleum County

Median Family Size in Petroleum County

The median family size in Petroleum County is 2.65 persons per family, with married-couple families (126 | 95.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.69 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4 | 3.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.75 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Petroleum County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple126 (95.5%)2.69
Single Male/Father4 (3.0%)1.75
Single Female/Mother2 (1.5%)2.00
Total Families132 (100.0%)2.65

Median Household Size in Petroleum County

The median household size in Petroleum County is 2.20 persons per household, with married-couple households (126 | 66.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.69 persons per household. non-family households (57 | 30.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Petroleum County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple126 (66.7%)2.69
Single Male/Father4 (2.1%)1.75
Single Female/Mother2 (1.1%)2.00
Non-family57 (30.2%)1.16
Total Households189 (100.0%)2.20

Household Size by Marriage Status in Petroleum County

Out of a total of 189 households in Petroleum County, 132 (69.8%) are family households, while 57 (30.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 90, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 46.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Petroleum County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-46 (24.3%)
2-Person Households90 (47.6%)11 (5.8%)
3-Person Households25 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households11 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households6 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total132 (69.8%)57 (30.2%)

Female Fertility in Petroleum County

Fertility by Age in Petroleum County

Average fertility rate in Petroleum County is 87.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 182.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Petroleum County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years6 (100.0%)182.0
Total6 (100.0%)87.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Petroleum County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Petroleum County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Petroleum County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Petroleum County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree6 (100.0%)353.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)87.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Petroleum County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Petroleum County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Petroleum County

Income Overview in Petroleum County

Per Capita Income in Petroleum County is $32,590, while median incomes of families and households are $77,500 and $57,981 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income416$32,590
Median Family Income132$77,500
Mean Family Income132$85,177
Median Household Income189$57,981
Mean Household Income189$69,949
Income Deficit132$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)41613.65%
Wage / Income Gap ($)41686.35¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4160.38

Earnings by Sex in Petroleum County

Average Earnings in Petroleum County are $43,750, $45,357 for men and $39,167 for women, a difference of 13.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Petroleum County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male130 (52.4%)$45,357
Female118 (47.6%)$39,167
Total248 (100.0%)$43,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Petroleum County

The most common earnings brackets in Petroleum County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (28 | 21.5%) and $50,000 to $54,999 for women (22 | 18.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Petroleum County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2 (1.5%)6 (5.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9994 (3.1%)5 (4.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)11 (9.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (1.5%)9 (7.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9997 (5.4%)6 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (7.7%)2 (1.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9994 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99915 (11.5%)12 (10.2%)
$30,000 to $34,9998 (6.1%)4 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9998 (6.1%)5 (4.2%)
$40,000 to $44,9991 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9997 (5.4%)7 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9995 (3.8%)22 (18.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99928 (21.5%)21 (17.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99911 (8.5%)6 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+9 (6.9%)2 (1.7%)
Total130 (100.0%)118 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Petroleum County

Average earnings in Petroleum County are $46,964 for men and $45,893 for women, a difference of 2.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $56,563, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,500. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,083, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,583.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Petroleum County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$31,500$55,083
College or Associate's Degree$55,852$29,583
Bachelor's Degree$56,563$38,333
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,964$45,893

Family Income in Petroleum County

Family Income Brackets in Petroleum County

According to the Petroleum County family income data, there are 33 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Petroleum County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99921.5%
$15,000 to $24,99986.1%
$25,000 to $34,99921.5%
$35,000 to $49,9992418.2%
$50,000 to $74,9992720.5%
$75,000 to $99,9991914.4%
$100,000 to $149,9993325.0%
$150,000 to $199,999139.8%
$200,000+43.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Petroleum County

3-person families (25 | 18.9%) account for the highest median family income in Petroleum County with $79,792 per family, while 2-person families (90 | 68.2%) have the highest median income of $32,916 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Petroleum County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families90 (68.2%)$65,833
3-Person Families25 (18.9%)$79,792
4-Person Families11 (8.3%)$65,417
5-Person Families6 (4.5%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total132 (100.0%)$77,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Petroleum County

Family Income by Number of Earners in Petroleum County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners27 (20.4%)$41,964
1 Earner15 (11.4%)$39,792
2 Earners89 (67.4%)$110,250
3+ Earners1 (0.8%)$0
Total132 (100.0%)$77,500

Household Income in Petroleum County

Household Income Brackets in Petroleum County

With 37 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Petroleum County, accounting for 19.6% of all households. In contrast, only 1 households (0.5%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Petroleum County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00010.5%
$10,000 to $14,99994.8%
$15,000 to $24,9992915.3%
$25,000 to $34,99994.8%
$35,000 to $49,9993719.6%
$50,000 to $74,9993116.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991910.1%
$100,000 to $149,9993719.6%
$150,000 to $199,999136.9%
$200,000+42.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Petroleum County

The median household income in Petroleum County is $57,981, with the highest median household income of $108,750 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 82 households (43.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 7 households (3.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Petroleum County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years7 (3.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years39 (20.6%)$75,417
45 to 64 Years82 (43.4%)$108,750
65+ Years61 (32.3%)$36,563
Total189 (100.0%)$57,981

Poverty in Petroleum County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Petroleum County

With 5.3% poverty level for males and 7.4% for females among the residents of Petroleum County, 25 to 34 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (15.4%) and 7 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Petroleum County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years2 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years6 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (14.3%)6 (35.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (4.0%)
Total12 (5.3%)14 (7.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Petroleum County

According to the poverty statistics in Petroleum County, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Petroleum County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years11 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years6 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years11 (84.6%)26 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years18 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years44 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years35 (85.4%)37 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years24 (85.7%)11 (64.7%)
75 Years and over21 (100.0%)24 (96.0%)
Total214 (94.7%)176 (92.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Petroleum County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Petroleum County show that 3.2% or 4 of the total 126 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.5%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Petroleum County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children84 (95.5%)4 (4.5%)
1 or 2 Children32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total122 (96.8%)4 (3.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Petroleum County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Petroleum County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Petroleum County

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Petroleum County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children4 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Petroleum County

Employment by Class of Employer in Petroleum County

Among the 235 employed individuals in Petroleum County, private company employees (104 | 44.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (55 | 23.4%), and local government employees (35 | 14.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Petroleum County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees10444.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)114.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5523.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations41.7%
Local Government Employees3514.9%
State Government Employees2410.2%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers20.9%
Total235100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Petroleum County

According to the labor force statistics for Petroleum County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (345), 69.3% or 239 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.8% or 2 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 16 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.5% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Petroleum County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years16 (100.0%)2 (12.5%)
25 to 29 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years42 (91.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years66 (95.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years18 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years46 (82.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total239 (69.3%)2 (0.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Petroleum County

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Petroleum County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma75 (86.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree83 (93.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (94.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total211 (90.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Petroleum County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Petroleum County are Management (64 | 27.0%), Community & Social Service (12 | 5.1%), Education Instruction & Library (12 | 5.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (8 | 3.4%), and Business & Financial (5 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Petroleum County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Petroleum County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (78.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Petroleum County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management50 (78.1%)14 (21.9%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)54 (59.3%)37 (40.7%)
Total (Overall)123 (51.9%)114 (48.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Petroleum County are Personal Care & Service (7 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (6 | 2.5%), Law Enforcement (6 | 2.5%), and Healthcare Support (2 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Petroleum County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Petroleum County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Petroleum County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Security & Protection6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)6 (40.0%)9 (60.0%)
Total (Overall)123 (51.9%)114 (48.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Petroleum County are Sales & Related (28 | 11.8%), and Office & Administration (13 | 5.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Petroleum County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Petroleum County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7 (25.0%)21 (75.0%)
Office & Administration6 (46.2%)7 (53.8%)
Total (Category)13 (31.7%)28 (68.3%)
Total (Overall)123 (51.9%)114 (48.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Petroleum County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (55 | 23.2%), and Construction & Extraction (25 | 10.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Petroleum County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Petroleum County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry22 (40.0%)33 (60.0%)
Construction & Extraction25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)47 (58.8%)33 (41.2%)
Total (Overall)123 (51.9%)114 (48.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Petroleum County are Material Moving (9 | 3.8%), and Transportation (1 | 0.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Petroleum County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Petroleum County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Total (Category)3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Total (Overall)123 (51.9%)114 (48.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Petroleum County

Employment Industries in Petroleum County

The major employment industries in Petroleum County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (116 | 48.9%), Retail Trade (33 | 13.9%), Construction (26 | 11.0%), Public Administration (19 | 8.0%), and Educational Services (16 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Petroleum County

Employment Industries by Sex in Petroleum County

The Petroleum County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (62.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Petroleum County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting73 (62.9%)43 (37.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade7 (21.2%)26 (78.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (46.2%)7 (53.8%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific1 (16.7%)5 (83.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Public Administration9 (47.4%)10 (52.6%)
Total123 (51.9%)114 (48.1%)

Education in Petroleum County

School Enrollment in Petroleum County

The most common levels of schooling among the 50 students in Petroleum County are high school (15 | 30.0%), elementary school (12 | 24.0%), and college / undergraduate (7 | 14.0%).
School Enrollment in Petroleum County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool48.0%
Kindergarten612.0%
Elementary School1224.0%
Middle School510.0%
High School1530.0%
College / Undergraduate714.0%
Graduate / Professional12.0%
Total50100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Petroleum County

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Petroleum County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Petroleum County

Education (20 | 24.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (18 | 22.2%), visual & performing arts (12 | 14.8%), business (11 | 13.6%), and arts & humanities (8 | 9.9%) are the most common fields of study among 81 individuals in Petroleum County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Petroleum County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1822.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology22.5%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering33.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology78.6%
Business1113.6%
Education2024.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts1214.8%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities89.9%
Total81100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Petroleum County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Petroleum County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Petroleum County are males with 2 vehicles (55, accounting for 44.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (53, making up 49.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Petroleum County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle9 (7.3%)7 (6.2%)
2 Vehicles55 (44.7%)53 (47.3%)
3 Vehicles20 (16.3%)18 (16.1%)
4 Vehicles23 (18.7%)26 (23.2%)
5 or more Vehicles16 (13.0%)8 (7.1%)
Total123 (100.0%)112 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Petroleum County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Petroleum County are 5 to 9 minutes (52 commuters, 30.4%), less than 5 minutes (46 commuters, 26.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (14 commuters, 8.2%).
Commute Time in Petroleum County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4626.9%
5 to 9 Minutes5230.4%
10 to 14 Minutes148.2%
15 to 19 Minutes105.9%
20 to 24 Minutes63.5%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes137.6%
35 to 39 Minutes10.6%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes148.2%
60 to 89 Minutes137.6%
90 or more Minutes21.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Petroleum County

The most common commute times in Petroleum County are 5 to 9 minutes (31 commuters, 38.3%) for males and less than 5 minutes (27 commuters, 30.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Petroleum County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes19 (23.5%)27 (30.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes31 (38.3%)21 (23.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes10 (12.3%)4 (4.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes13 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes1 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (6.2%)9 (10.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (14.4%)
90 or more Minutes2 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Petroleum County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Petroleum County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (22, 27.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (27, 30.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Petroleum County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM3 (3.7%)3 (3.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9 (11.1%)13 (14.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM22 (27.2%)15 (16.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM15 (18.5%)11 (12.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM6 (7.4%)27 (30.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM15 (18.5%)9 (10.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (6.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM3 (3.7%)5 (5.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)1 (1.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total81 (100.0%)90 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Petroleum County

Occupancy by Ownership in Petroleum County

Of the total 189 dwellings in Petroleum County, owner-occupied units account for 133 (70.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 56 (29.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Petroleum County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units13370.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5629.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units189100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Petroleum County

Occupancy by Household Size in Petroleum County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household4624.3%
2-Person Household10153.4%
3-Person Household2513.2%
4+ Person Household179.0%
Total Housing Units189100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Petroleum County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Petroleum County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household30 (65.2%)16 (34.8%)
2-Person Household81 (80.2%)20 (19.8%)
3-Person Household11 (44.0%)14 (56.0%)
4+ Person Household11 (64.7%)6 (35.3%)
Total Housing Units133 (70.4%)56 (29.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Petroleum County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Petroleum County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
High School Diploma79 (74.5%)27 (25.5%)
College/Associate Degree24 (66.7%)12 (33.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher30 (65.2%)16 (34.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Petroleum County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Petroleum County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2412.7%
35 to 44 Years2211.6%
45 to 54 Years3719.6%
55 to 64 Years4523.8%
65 to 74 Years2915.3%
75 to 84 Years2111.1%
85 Years and Over115.8%
Total189100.0%

Housing Finances in Petroleum County

Median Income by Occupancy in Petroleum County

Median Income by Occupancy in Petroleum County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied133 (70.4%)$58,750
Renter-Occupied56 (29.6%)$50,000
Average189 (100.0%)$57,981

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Petroleum County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Petroleum County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)1 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (2.3%)6 (10.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99914 (10.5%)4 (7.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9994 (3.0%)7 (12.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9996 (4.5%)3 (5.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (22.6%)7 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (15.0%)11 (19.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (7.5%)9 (16.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99932 (24.1%)5 (8.9%)
$150,000 or more14 (10.5%)3 (5.4%)
Total133 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Petroleum County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Petroleum County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30015 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49917 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79941 (30.8%)14 (25.0%)
$800 to $99911 (8.3%)3 (5.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49917 (12.8%)2 (3.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99919 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4995 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more8 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total133 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Petroleum County

Housing Structures in Petroleum County

Housing Structures in Petroleum County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached14275.1%
Single Unit, Attached21.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments10.5%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other4423.3%
Total189100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Petroleum County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Petroleum County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached106 (74.7%)36 (25.4%)
Single Unit, Attached2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other25 (56.8%)19 (43.2%)
Total133 (70.4%)56 (29.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Petroleum County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Petroleum County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)6 (10.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms33 (24.8%)32 (57.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms53 (39.9%)12 (21.4%)
8 or more Rooms47 (35.3%)6 (10.7%)
Total133 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Petroleum County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Petroleum County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas4 (3.0%)2 (3.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas59 (44.4%)28 (50.0%)
Electricity31 (23.3%)16 (28.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels38 (28.6%)10 (17.9%)
No Fuel Used1 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total133 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Petroleum County

Household Vehicle Usage in Petroleum County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle15 (11.3%)13 (23.2%)
2 Vehicles54 (40.6%)22 (39.3%)
3 or more Vehicles64 (48.1%)21 (37.5%)
Total133 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Petroleum County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Petroleum County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units7954
Median Property Value$158,200$0
Median Household Income$40,893$8
Monthly Housing Costs$536$8
Real Estate Taxes$992$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Petroleum County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Petroleum County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00014 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9997 (8.9%)29 (53.7%)
$100,000 to $299,99940 (50.6%)17 (31.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9998 (10.1%)2 (3.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9998 (10.1%)2 (3.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more2 (2.5%)4 (7.4%)
Total79 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Petroleum County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Petroleum County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99921 (26.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9996 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (22.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99914 (17.7%)12 (22.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (3.8%)6 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99911 (13.9%)7 (13.0%)
$150,000 or more6 (7.6%)21 (38.9%)
Total79 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Petroleum County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Petroleum County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x26 (32.9%)106,250 (196,759.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x15 (19.0%)34 (63.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x4 (5.1%)4 (7.4%)
4.0x or more34 (43.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total79 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Petroleum County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Petroleum County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80027 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49934 (43.0%)7 (13.0%)
$800 to $1,49918 (22.8%)9 (16.7%)
Total79 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Petroleum County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Petroleum County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Petroleum County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years28 (82.4%)6 (17.6%)
19 to 25 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years37 (94.9%)2 (5.1%)
35 to 44 Years42 (91.3%)4 (8.7%)
45 to 54 Years62 (89.9%)7 (10.1%)
55 to 64 Years78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total397 (95.4%)19 (4.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Petroleum County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Petroleum County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen28 (82.4%)6 (17.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Petroleum County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Petroleum County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00049 (86.0%)8 (14.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99982 (92.1%)7 (7.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99971 (94.7%)4 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99961 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Petroleum County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Petroleum County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 635 (81.4%)8 (18.6%)
6 to 18 Years10 (29.4%)21 (61.8%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years13 (33.3%)24 (61.5%)
35 to 44 Years11 (23.9%)40 (87.0%)
45 to 54 Years1 (1.5%)61 (88.4%)
55 to 64 Years8 (10.3%)74 (94.9%)
65 to 74 Years45 (100.0%)39 (86.7%)
75 Years and over46 (100.0%)40 (87.0%)
Total169 (40.6%)323 (77.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Petroleum County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Petroleum County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (10.7%)2 (11.8%)
75 Years and over15 (71.4%)4 (16.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Petroleum County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Petroleum County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (10.7%)2 (11.8%)
75 Years and over15 (71.4%)3 (12.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Petroleum County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (19.1%)2 (8.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Petroleum County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Petroleum County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (3.6%)2 (11.8%)
75 Years and over1 (4.8%)1 (4.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Petroleum County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Petroleum County

Computing Device Access in Petroleum County

Computing Device Access in Petroleum County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop14677.2%
Smartphone14174.6%
Tablet9851.8%
No Computing Device2513.2%
Total189100.0%

Internet Access in Petroleum County

Internet Access in Petroleum County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet21.1%
Broadband Home13370.4%
Cellular Data Only2211.6%
Satellite Internet1910.1%
No Internet1910.1%
Total189100.0%

Petroleum County Summary

Petroleum County, Montana is located in the northeastern corner of the state, and is bordered by the Missouri River to the east, the Musselshell River to the south, and the Yellowstone River to the west. The county seat is Winnett, and the county has a total area of 1,845 square miles. As of the 2010 census, the population was 922, making it the least populous county in Montana.

Geography

Petroleum County is located in the Great Plains region of Montana, and is characterized by rolling hills and wide open spaces. The county is mostly rural, with the majority of the population living in small towns and rural communities. The county is home to several large ranches, and the landscape is dominated by grasslands and prairies. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Elwell, Lake Francis, and Lake Mary.
The county is home to several wildlife refuges, including the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge, the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument, and the Fort Peck Indian Reservation. The county is also home to several state parks, including the Medicine Rocks State Park, the Upper Missouri River Breaks State Park, and the Fort Peck State Park.

Climate

Petroleum County has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 48°F, and the average annual precipitation is 13.5 inches. The county is prone to extreme weather, including severe thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes.

Economy

The economy of Petroleum County is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The county is home to several large ranches, and the majority of the population is employed in the agricultural sector. The county is also home to several oil and gas fields, and the oil and gas industry is a major contributor to the local economy.
The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The county is home to several tourist attractions, including the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge, the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument, and the Fort Peck Indian Reservation.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Petroleum County was 922, making it the least populous county in Montana. The population is spread out, with the majority of the population living in small towns and rural communities. The racial makeup of the county is 97.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the county was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Petroleum County is a rural county with a small population and a largely agricultural economy. The county is home to several tourist attractions, and the oil and gas industry is a major contributor to the local economy. The county is also home to several wildlife refuges and state parks, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Petroleum County?
Total Population of Petroleum County is 416.
What is the Total Male Population of Petroleum County?
Total Male Population of Petroleum County is 226.
What is the Total Female Population of Petroleum County?
Total Female Population of Petroleum County is 190.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Petroleum County?
There are 118.95 Males per 100 Females in Petroleum County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Petroleum County?
There are 84.07 Females per 100 Males in Petroleum County.
What is the Median Population Age in Petroleum County?
Median Population Age in Petroleum County is 49.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Petroleum County
Average Family Size in Petroleum County is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Petroleum County
Average Household Size in Petroleum County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Petroleum County?
Per Capita income in Petroleum County is $32,590.
What is the Median Family Income in Petroleum County?
Median Family Income in Petroleum County is $77,500.
What is the Median Household income in Petroleum County?
Median Household Income in Petroleum County is $57,981.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Petroleum County?
Income or Wage Gap in Petroleum County is 13.6%.
Women in Petroleum County earn 86.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Petroleum County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Petroleum County is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Petroleum County?
There are 239 People in the Labor Forcein in Petroleum County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Petroleum County?
69.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Petroleum County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Petroleum County?
Unemployment Rate in Petroleum County is 0.8%.