Columbia Falls, MT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
5,531
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
31.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,313
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$346,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$908
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Flathead County
5
Kalispell Urban Area
5
Montana
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Flathead County
6
Kalispell Urban Area
6
Montana
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 17 | 23 |
| Feb | 1 | 10 | 26 |
| Mar | 2 | 7 | 34 |
| Apr | 2 | 2 | 41 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 41 |
| Nov | 2 | 10 | 31 |
| Dec | 2 | 21 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (30%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 70%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 2, MT State House District 3, MTSchools
Glacier Gateway Elem
<1 miles, NE
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1.9
Columbia Falls High Schl
<1 miles, S
•
3.7
Ruder Elementary
<1 miles, SW
•
4.1
Columbia Falls Jr HS
<1 miles, W
•
3.2
Colleges
Flathead Valley Community College
12 miles, SW
•
1.4
Crevier's Academy of Cosmetology Arts
13 miles, SW
Salish Kootenai College
54 miles, S
•
1.4
Blackfeet Community College
56 miles, E
•
1
Hospitals
North Valley Hospital
6 miles, NW
•
4.1
The Healthcenter
12 miles, SW
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4.1
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
12 miles, SW
•
5
Providence St Joseph Medical Center
48 miles, S
•
4.1
Airports
Missoula International Airport
101 miles, S
•
1.4
Great Falls International Airport
144 miles, SE
•
1
Helena Regional Airport
160 miles, S
•
1
Spokane International Airport
163 miles, W
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1.9