Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
22%
Great Falls
Great Falls, MT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,107
Population
59,508
Renter Mix
39% Rent
This city is electric
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Great Falls, Montana combines city living with stunning natural surroundings along the Missouri River. Known as the "Electric City," Great Falls offers housing options ranging from historic homes in established neighborhoods to residential communities near Malmstrom Air Force Base. The rental market here remains more affordable compared to other Montana cities.
The River's Edge Trail system winds through the city, connecting residents to the five waterfalls that inspired the city's name. Cultural attractions include the C.M. Russell Museum, showcasing Western art and local history. Downtown Great Falls is home to the Sip 'n Dip Lounge, a tiki bar recognized internationally by GQ magazine. Malmstrom Air Force Base and the Montana Air National Guard contribute significantly to the local community. Residents have access to higher education through Great Falls College Montana State University and the University of Providence. As a regional medical center, Great Falls provides comprehensive healthcare services. The city's location between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks makes it an excellent starting point for exploring Montana's outdoor attractions.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$54,395
Average: $71,784
Education
14,385
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
28,782
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Great Falls has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Great Falls, MT is $1,229 for a studio, $1,107 for one bedroom, $1,527 for two bedrooms, and $1,049 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Great Falls has increased by 5.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,107/month
657 Sq Ft
House
$1,957/month
1,290 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,157/month
1,034 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Great Falls, MT is 3.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Great Falls is 4.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,049 - $1,527. You can expect to pay 0.2% more for groceries, 19.1% less for utilities, and 6.5% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Great Falls, MT is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
555 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
427 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
407 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
268 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
433 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
788 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
724 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,454 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,641 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Children's Museum of Montana
- Lewis and Clark National Forest
- Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center
- Smith River State Park
- Benton Lake Wetland Management District
Military Bases
Airports
- Great Falls International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.