Living in Gallatin County, Montana

Gallatin County is a county in Montana with a population of around 100,739. The main communities are Bozeman, Belgrade, Three Forks.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,344/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $684K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 30°F) and cool summers (highs around 69°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Gallatin County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 33 and a highly educated workforce (50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.