Montana

Madison

8,623
2020 population
1870
first census record
16
census records

About Madison

Madison, Montana, first appears in the United States federal census in 1870, when it recorded a population of 2,684. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 8,623.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, one documented military engagement has been recorded within the county, among them Virginia City Gold Camp Violence, MT, and 18 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
20208,623
20107,691
20006,851
19905,989
19805,448
19705,014
19605,211
19505,998
19407,294
19306,323
19207,495
19107,229
19007,695
18904,692
18803,915
18702,684
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Madison

Military engagements that took place in Madison, Montana.

Virginia City Gold Camp Violence, MT
1863

Historic places in Madison

National Register of Historic Places listings in Madison, Montana.

Saint Mary of the Assumption
Laurin
Hutchins Bridge
Cameron
Doncaster Round Barn
Twin Bridges
Christ Episcopal Church and Rectory
Sheridan
Ferris-Hermsmeyer-Fenton
Sheridan
Virginia City Historic District
Virginia City
Thexton Ranch
Ennis
Beaverhead Rock-Lewis and Clark Expedition
Dillon
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Frequently asked about Madison

When does Madison first appear in the US census?
Madison, Montana first appears in the federal census in 1870, with a recorded population of 2,684.
What is the population of Madison?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Madison had a recorded population of 8,623.
Were any battles fought in Madison?
1 documented military engagement took place in Madison, including Virginia City Gold Camp Violence, MT.
How many historic places are in Madison?
18 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Madison, Montana.
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