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Missoula, MT
Missoula · MT 59801
Updated November 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$630K
Median Price
28/100
Walk Score
7.3/10
Schools
25 min
to Downtown Missoula
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
73/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
28/100
WYLT Score53/100
Our Take
Missoula’s 59801 ZIP offers solid public schools, plenty of green space, and a lively arts community. It’s a bit car‑heavy and a little pricey, but the trade‑offs are manageable for most families and young professionals.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public school system with many high‑rated schools
- ✓Abundant outdoor recreation—mountains, rivers, parks
- ✓Vibrant cultural scene and community events
- ✓Reasonable commute to city center (about 25‑minutes)
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 28 means most errands require a car
- !Public transit is limited; some neighborhoods lack frequent service
- !Housing prices have risen since 2022, making affordability a challenge
- !Wintry weather and occasional wildfire smoke can be uncomfortable
- $Higher heating costs in cold, snowy winters
- $Potential HOA or community association fees for certain subdivisions
- $Insurance premiums can be elevated due to wildfire risk
Best For
Outdoor enthusiastsCollege studentsYoung professionalsArtists & creatives
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Missoula, 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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