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Billings, MT

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Montana’s City has an unmatched natural beauty

Scenic Expansive Active Outdoorsy Adventurous Historic Riverside

Situated in southern Montana near the Crow Reservation, Billings is known as Montana’s City. While it is the largest city in Montana, Billings boasts a natural, expansive beauty and overall fondness for the outdoors. Popular pastimes in Billings include horseback riding atop the Rimrocks through wildflower fields, skiing at Big Sky Resort, and hiking the many park trails in and around the city.

History and culture lovers find plenty to do in Billings as well, with the presence of Moss Mansion Historical House Museum, Western Heritage Center, Yellowstone Art Museum, Museum of Women’s History, Pictograph Caves, Chief Plenty Coups State Park, Pompey’s Pillar, and Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument.

Billings balances the authentic and historical West with the convenience of modern luxuries such as Rimrock Mall, Zoo Montana, Metra Park Arena, and Yegen Golf Club. Community events regularly bring Billings residents together. Some local favorites include Clark Days, Great American Hill Climb, Magic City Blues Festival, Montana Fair, Symphony in the Park, and the Strawberry Festival.

About two and a half hours from Yellowstone National Park, Billings residents enjoy simple commutes and travels with convenience to I-90, I-94, and U.S. 87 as well as Billings Logan International Airport.

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Beartooth Mountains near Billings

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Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Billings, MT is $1,065 for a studio, $1,221 for one bedroom, $1,465 for two bedrooms, and $1,780 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Billings has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,221/month
573 Sq Ft
House
$2,135/month
1,607 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,108/month
550 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,134/month
2,035 Sq Ft
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Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

47

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Central Heights School

Public

Grades PK-5

291 Students

8
out of 10

Meadowlark School

Public

Grades PK-5

562 Students

7
out of 10

Arrowhead School

Public

Grades PK-5

433 Students

7
out of 10

Canyon Creek School

Public

Grades PK-6

188 Students

7
out of 10

Alkali Creek School

Public

Grades PK-5

336 Students

6
out of 10

Canyon Creek 7-8

Public

Grades 7-8

46 Students

10
out of 10

Elysian 7-8

Public

Grades 6-8

144 Students

7
out of 10

Medicine Crow Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

518 Students

5
out of 10

Elder Grove 7-8

Public

Grades 6-8

231 Students

5
out of 10

Will James 7-8

Public

Grades 6-8

598 Students

4
out of 10

Billings West High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,269 Students

3
out of 10

Billings Sr High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,739 Students

2
out of 10

Skyview High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,602 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Moss Mansion Museum
  • Yellowstone Art Museum
  • Western Heritage Center
  • Montana Audubon Conservation Education Center
  • Yellowstone County Museum

Airports

  • Billings Logan International

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