Welcome to Madison-Jefferson Counties

Published: 2022
By Kaleena Miller

Jefferson and Madison Counties encompass an expansive 5,262 square miles of Southwest Montana and are home to nearly 21,000 residents. Agriculture, mining, recreation, and tourism represent the top industries these counties have to offer. Centrally located between the two counties, our office is in the unofficial Southwest Montana hub of Whitehall. Shared county MSU Extension services have been available in Madison and Jefferson counties since 1936, and there was a sole agent in Madison County as early as 1917. Currently the office staffs two MSU Extension Agents and one support position, who offer programs in agriculture, natural resources, and 4-H youth development.