Missoula

Missoula

Being home to the University of Montana, our eclectic feel makes everyone right at home here. Winding rivers full of trout traverse through the heart of our downtown, while hiking trails, walking paths and ski hills are all at your fingertips, and in every direction. A recreation paradise, Missoula is everything you hoped for in a visit to Montana

Welcome to Missoula, Montana. Nestled in the heart of the 5 valleys surrounding us, our bustling little town brings you the feeling of a time long gone from the rest of the country, with a splash of the modern conveniences you can’t live without. Being home to the University of Montana, our eclectic feel makes everyone right at home here. Winding rivers full of trout traverse through the heart of our downtown, while hiking trails, walking paths and ski hills are all at your fingertips, and in every direction. A recreation paradise, Missoula is everything you hoped for in a visit to Montana. Our family friendly vibe, excellent restaurants, golf courses and outstanding live music scene keep us at the top of the bucket list year after year. Surrounded by hundreds of mountain lakes and streams, lands to hunt, fish, white water raft, peaks to climb or river banks to simply take in the beauty that defines Western Montana, Missoula is where it’s at. Roughly 3 hours from either Glacier or Yellowstone National Parks we are the perfect hub city to start exploring this last best place, that will surely captivate your heart and soul and spark your dreams of putting roots down here.

Overview for Missoula, MT

73,300 people live in Missoula, where the median age is 33.6 and the average individual income is $36,010. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

73,300

Total Population

33.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$36,010

Average individual Income

Around Missoula, MT

There's plenty to do around Missoula, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

24

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

81

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

38

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Meadowsweet Herbs, Bolt and Bruizers bakery and barkery, and Ragheef Arabic Flatbreads & More.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Meadowsweet Herbs page on Yelp Search 180 S 3rd St W on Google Maps	Dining · $$	1.21 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bolt and Bruizers bakery and barkery page on Yelp Search 1300 S Reserve St on Google Maps	Dining	1.35 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ragheef Arabic Flatbreads & More page on Yelp Search 1016 W Broadway St on Google Maps	Dining	0.66 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Missoula Wine Merchants page on Yelp Search 311 N Higgins Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $$	1.32 miles	20 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tagliare Delicatessen page on Yelp Search 910 Wyoming St on Google Maps	Dining	0.58 miles	18 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Kamoon Arabian Cuisine page on Yelp Search 1016 W Broadway St on Google Maps	Dining	0.66 miles	18 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Zootown Sports Cards page on Yelp Search 2100 Stephens Ave on Google Maps	Shopping	1.7 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Clear Creek Outfitters page on Yelp Search 5400 Arnica Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.48 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Inner Harmony Yoga page on Yelp Search 214 E Main St on Google Maps	Active	1.43 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Zoo Town Surfers page on Yelp Search 1001 South 4th Str on Google Maps	Active	0.8 miles	60 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 5 Valleys CrossFit page on Yelp Search 1200 Shakespeare St on Google Maps	Active	0.85 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hot House Yoga page on Yelp Search 127 N Higgins on Google Maps	Active	2.6 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Missoula Underground Strength Training Center page on Yelp Search 736 Cooper St on Google Maps	Active	1.02 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Blackfoot River Outfitters page on Yelp Search 275 N Russell St on Google Maps	Active	0.2 miles	24 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Big Sky Safaris page on Yelp	Active	2.38 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Haircraft page on Yelp Search 215 E Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.43 miles	21 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Amy Chapman Therapeutic Massage page on Yelp Search 101 E Broadway on Google Maps	Beauty	1.34 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Serene Nail Spa page on Yelp Search 207 E Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.41 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Apothecary Beauty Alchemy page on Yelp Search 742 S Higgins Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.38 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the DS Skin Care & Waxing Studio page on Yelp Search 725 W Alder St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.93 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Revive Salon page on Yelp Search 715 Kensington Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.65 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Details Hair Design page on Yelp Search 212 E Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.42 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Montana Wax Bar page on Yelp Search 125 W Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.27 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Missoula, MT

Population Households Employment

Missoula has 32,233 households, with an average household size of 2.19. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Missoula do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 73,300 people call Missoula home. The population density is 2,115.96 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

73,300

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33.6

Median Age

49.38 / 50.62%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

32,233

Total Households

2.19

Average Household Size

$36,010

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Missoula, MT

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The following schools are within or nearby Missoula. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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