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Anaconda-Deer Lodge County is home to about 9,811 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+4.1% since 2020). With 13 people per sq mi, it is a rural area. Homes near wildland and open space face ember exposure during wildfire season.
Anaconda-Deer Lodge County at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 9,811 (+4.1% since 2020)
- Rank in Montana
- 8th of 126 cities and towns
- Land area
- 737 sq mi
- Population density
- 13 people per sq mi (rural)
- Main county
- Deer Lodge County
What to check before hiring in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County
- Zones: clear the first 5 feet around the house, then thin vegetation up to 100 feet.
- Vents and gutters: ember-resistant vents and clean gutters are cheap, effective fixes.
- Local rules: in Montana, check state and local defensible space requirements.
- Price drivers: home size, roof and siding work, and vegetation volume.
Useful official resources
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NFPA Firewise USA
Official information and guidance.
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CAL FIRE: Ready for Wildfire
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County
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Home hardening retrofit
Ember-resistant vents, gutters guards, fire-resistant roof, siding, windows and decks.
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Defensible space and assessment
Home wildfire assessment and clearing of vegetation in the zones around the house.
Frequently asked questions in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County
How much does wildfire mitigation cost in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County, MT?
It ranges from simple vent and gutter upgrades to roof and siding replacements. Describe your home: pros who serve Anaconda-Deer Lodge County reply with a quote.
Where do I start?
With the first 5 feet around the house, vents and gutters.
Are there grants?
Some states and counties fund defensible space and hardening; check local programs.
Which wildfire mitigation pros will contact me?
Up to three independent wildfire mitigation pros who serve Anaconda-Deer Lodge County and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.