Overall
Montana is the western state which many outdoors oriented active adults over 55 plan on selecting as their retirement community. It offers a varied climate, some of the greatest scenery in the world, and unlimited recreation opportunities. Montana can be less expensive than states on the west coast. It is somewhat remote with long distances to any big city (Spokane is the closest at 200 miles away). The Montana Rockies and Bitteroot Mountains run through the state. This site will acquaint you with some basic facts about what it's like to retire in Montana.
Climate
The Montana climate is characterized as steppe, a higher altitude cliimate. There is generally plenty of sunshine, low humidity, mild summer and severe temperatures in winter. Summers can be hot except in the mountains which tend to be cooler than at lower altitudes.
Per Capita Income and the Economy
In 2004 the Montana per capita income was just over $26,800, near the bottom of all states. Real estate and the general cost of living is slightly above average compared to the total U.S. Unemployment is lower than the national average. The University of Montana, the Forest Service, agriculture, and tourism are important to Montana' s economy.
Taxes
The Montana top marginal income tax rate is 6.9%. Montana has no sales tax..
Certified Retirement Communities
Montana does not have a certified retirement community program.
Best retirement communities
Montana tends to be very mountainous. Several cities and towns in Montana are popular as retirement communities, particularly places like Whitefish or Boseman. Active adult communities like Black Bull feature golf and other amenities. Missoula is a college town where the University of Montana makes a vital presence. Many wealthy people are interested in buying ranches in Montana, which has tended to drive up the cost of ranch land. At $233,000, the median home price in Missoula is slightly above the national average.
Find more helpful information on more than 30 different state retirement guides. Or, go here for helpful resources on what it is like to retire in Idaho Oregon , Washington ,or California.
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