Living in Flathead County, Montana

Flathead County is a county in Montana with a population of around 96,165. The main communities are Kalispell, Whitefish, Columbia Falls.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,438/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $615K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 29°F) and cool summers (highs around 66°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Flathead County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a moderately educated workforce (31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.