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| What Missoula is like for active adults |
Missoula Montana is the second largest city in the state and the home of the University of Montana. “A River Runs Through It” was set in nearby Blackfoot River. This small town excels at outdoor activities and recreation due to the many rivers and mountains in this part of Montana. The college town environment gives the Missoula plenty of youthful energy.
Real estate is slightly below the national average but increasing as the area becomes increasingly popular with active adults. According to Yahoo Real Estate the MLS median asking price of 793 homes offered for sale in mid 2007 was $269,500. There were 140 homes listed in real estate classifieds with a median price of $250,000.
Missoula is the county seat of Missoula County. Spokane is the nearest city. For a list of profiles on over 180 cities and towns go to reviews of the best retirement communities |
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| What is special about this community |
| • Small college town
• Evergreen forests and Mount Baker ski resort
• Great hunting and fly-fishing (Golden Triangle)
• Blue Mountain recreation area
• Montana Snow Bowl
• “A River Runs Through It” was set in nearby Blackfoot River
• Forest Service Smokejumpers base
• Designated as a bicycle friendly town
• No state sales tax |
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| What is not special about this community |
| Property crime is higher than national average, although violent crime is low. It is somewhat remote. |
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| What kinds of people like living here |
College students and alumni generally love living in Missoula. People who crave the mountains and the American west, and who enjoy mountain sports such as skiing and hiking will thrive in Missoula.
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| Local economy is driven by |
| Education, tourism, National Forest Service, and agriculture drive the economy of Missoula. Montana Craigslist |
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| Physical environment |
| Missoula is located in west central Montana in the deep Bitterroot Valley, surrounded by mountains. There are 3 major rivers, the Clark Fork River, the Bitterroot River and the Blackfoot River. Idaho is nearby. The city is located in the center of the large, ancient Glacial Lake Missoula. Missoula Google Map |
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| Cultural environment |
| • The historic Wilma Theatre hosts the International Wildlife Film Festival.
• Missoula Children’s Theatre
• Active local music scene
• The university hosts some cultural programs |
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| Medical facilities |
| There are more hospital beds per capita than national average in Missoula. The 2 hospitals are Community Medical Center and St. Patrick Hospital. |
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| Transportation |
| Missoula International is about 6 miles with limited service. Glacier Park International is 101 miles. |
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| Missoula Active Communities |
| Facts about MISSOULA | | State | : MT | | Environment | : College Town,Mountains, | | City Population | : 50,001-100,000 | | Median age of Population | : 25-44 | | Avg Jan Temperature | : 21-40 | | Median HH Income | : 41,001-60,000 | | Average Home Price (MLS) | : $200,001-$300,000 | | Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house | : Less than 2000 | | Total Crime Index | : 101-110 (slightly above average) | | Cost of Living Index | : 101-110 (slightly above average) | | Culture Index | : 91-100 (slightly below average) | | Name of the Guide | : |
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Inexpensive to Luxury
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None to Summer camp
5. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 2 votes cast)
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Boondocks to World Hub
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Dangerous to Ft. Knox
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Conservative to Liberal
9. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
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Oblivious to Ultra-Green
10. Rating: 5.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
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