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Billings West End, MT
Billings West End · Yellowstone County · MT 59102
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$284K
Median Price
40/100
Walk Score
6.7/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
C+Schools
67/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
15/100
DWalkability
40/100
WYLT Score53/100
Our Take
Billings West End offers a decent school district and low flood risk, but the lack of walkability, transit, and a high price‑to‑income ratio make it a mixed bag for most people. If you plan on driving daily and need good schools, it could work; otherwise consider closer options.
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The Good
- ✓Large number of public schools with several top‑rated options
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Median rent ($1,082) is affordable relative to local income
- ✓Reasonably low property taxes for Montana
Real Talk
- !High median home price relative to median household income—buyers will need a sizable down payment or a second job
- !Car‑centric layout means you’ll likely need a car; no public transit and low walk score
- !Dining and nightlife options are limited in the immediate area
- !The area can feel quiet and isolated due to low density
- $Car ownership costs (fuel, maintenance, insurance)
- $Higher home insurance premiums in wildfire‑prone regions
- $Elevated utility bills during extreme winter weather
Best For
Families with school‑centric needsFirst‑time home buyers with modest budgetsRemote workers who can commute by carPeople who prioritize low flood risk
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Billings West End, MT
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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