Kalispell, MT
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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
26,830
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$61,590
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$381,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$549
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$866
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.1%
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 | 16 | 23 |
| Feb | 1 | 9 | 26 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 34 |
| Apr | 2 | 2 | 41 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Nov | 2 | 8 | 31 |
| Dec | 2 | 20 | 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 (29%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 66%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MT State Senate District 5, MT State House District 9, MTSchools
Kalispell Middle School
<1 miles, NW
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3.7
Kid Kare
<1 miles, S
Russell School
<1 miles, S
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2.8
Rocky Mountain Education
<1 miles, SW
Colleges
Flathead Valley Community College
<1 miles, NE
•
1.4
Crevier's Academy of Cosmetology Arts
1 miles, S
Salish Kootenai College
44 miles, S
•
1.4
Blackfeet Community College
65 miles, E
•
1
Hospitals
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
<1 miles, SE
•
5
The Healthcenter
<1 miles, E
•
4.1
North Valley Hospital
11 miles, N
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4.1
Providence St Joseph Medical Center
38 miles, S
•
4.1
Airports
Missoula International Airport
90 miles, S
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1.4
Great Falls International Airport
146 miles, SE
•
1
Spokane International Airport
154 miles, W
•
1.9
Helena Regional Airport
156 miles, SE
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1