Missoula, Montana
Quick Statistics
Missoula is a community in Missoula County, Montana, home to about 76,514 people spread across 35.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $38,727 a year, and a typical home is worth about $473,100. About 60.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 90.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 15 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Montana towns GeoStat tracks, Missoula ranks number 2 of 475 in population, number 131 in median household income, number 56 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Missoula typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 19°F. The area sees roughly 43 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Orchard Homes, MT | 2.8 mi. | 5,588 |
| 2. | East Missoula, MT | 3.7 mi. | 2,099 |
| 3. | Bonner-West Riverside, MT | 6.5 mi. | 1,563 |
| 4. | Wye, MT | 7.4 mi. | 1,055 |
| 5. | Lolo, MT | 8.1 mi. | 4,314 |
| 6. | Piltzville, MT | 8.3 mi. | 383 |
| 7. | Turah, MT | 9.8 mi. | 543 |
| 8. | Carlton, MT | 12.8 mi. | 682 |
What is the population of Missoula, Montana?
Missoula has a population of about 76,514 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Missoula, Montana in?
Missoula is located in Missoula County, Montana.
What is the median home value in Missoula, Montana?
The median home value in Missoula is about $473,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Missoula, Montana?
The median personal income in Missoula is about $38,727 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Missoula, Montana?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Missoula County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Missoula, Montana?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 19 degrees, with around 43 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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