Doing Business in Lewis and Clark County

Lewis and Clark County is a political subdivision of the State of Montana.  The County seat is Helena, which also serves as the state capitol.

The County offers high quality services, including

  • General Government
  • Economic Development
  • Public Safety
  • Public Works
  • Social and Economic Services
  • Various public health services, extension services, and a nursing home
  • Culture and Recreation
  • Debt Service
  • Internal Service

The County enjoys a favorable economic environment

  • Population of approximately 59,302
  • Land area of approximately 3,513 square miles
  • Market based pay plan to recruit and retain qualified employees
  • Significant commercial and residential growth
  • Estimated 24% of jobs being held by federal, state, and county or city workers
  • No state sales tax
  • Progressive county government