Billings Metro Area, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
187,269 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,599 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$322,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$602 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$938 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montana
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montana
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 25
Feb 0 7 29
Mar 1 9 37
Apr 2 5 46
May 2 1 55
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 1 0 71
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 1 59
Oct 1 3 47
Nov 1 6 34
Dec 0 8 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MT State Senate District 28, MT State House District 55, MT
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Schools

West School
4 miles, NE
Laurel High School
4 miles, E • 2.8 star
Park City High School
4 miles, W • 3.7 star
Park City School
4 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Rocky Mountain College
17 miles, E • 1.9 star
Montana State University Billings
19 miles, E • 1.9 star
Northwest College
61 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Healthcare
18 miles, E • 5 star
Billings Clinic
19 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yellowstone Regional Airport
78 miles, SW • 1 star
Yellowstone Airport
129 miles, W • 1 star
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