Living in Missoula County, Montana

Missoula County is a county in Montana with a population of around 114,181, part of the Missoula, MT MSA metro area. The main communities are Missoula.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,462/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $550K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 32°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

Missoula County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a moderately educated workforce (43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.