Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
23%
Whitefish, MT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,484
Population
12,494
Renter Mix
37% Rent
One of the finest resort towns in the Rockies
Resort
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Tourism
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Ski
Whitefish, Montana draws renters who want mountain life without sacrificing the conveniences of living in town. Set about 25 miles from Glacier National Park's west entrance, it carries a personality shaped by ski culture, outdoor adventure, and a close-knit downtown that hums with local energy year-round. Whitefish Mountain Resort anchors much of the city's economic identity, drawing seasonal workers and long-term residents alike, while tourism and hospitality keep the local job market active across all four seasons.
The city offers a range of neighborhoods, from quieter residential streets near Whitefish Lake to areas closer to downtown, where the pace picks up and walkability improves. Central Whitefish has a small but spirited core with galleries, boutiques, and eateries that reflect the area's creative, outdoorsy spirit. Flathead Valley's broader economy, including healthcare and retail, provides additional employment options just a short drive away.
The rental market here includes cozy mountain-style cabins, townhomes, and apartment communities ranging from smaller complexes to newer builds designed with the active Montana lifestyle in mind. Whitefish is also one of the gateways to Glacier National Park, which welcomes over three million visitors each year, making it one of the most visited national parks in the country.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$75,026
Average: $110,865
Education
6,387
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,771
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Whitefish has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
37%
Non-Renters
63%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Whitefish, MT is $1,172 for a studio, $1,484 for one bedroom, $1,704 for two bedrooms, and $1,935 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Whitefish has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,484/month
513 Sq Ft
House
$5,090/month
2,520 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Whitefish, MT is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
661 Students
Public
Grades K-8
657 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
78 Students
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades K-8
657 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
17 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
581 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Summit Nature Center
- Whitefish Lake State Park
- Les Mason State Park
- Bar W Guest Ranch
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Glacier Park 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 June 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.