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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Emilia E.

Moving to Billings with kids — good idea?

I work in finance and With a population of 118K, Billings is a mid-size city. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. Let me know your thoughts. Any help is appreciated. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely ris...

15 replies 13 upvotes moving
Anna

Planning a move to Billings — neighborhoods?

Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 49°F, so expect cold winters. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any advice would be great. There's a real...

1 replies 55 upvotes moving
Daniel

How is the nightlife in Billings?

Hey, It's a a mid-size city city with about 118K people. Median household income is $71,855, which feels about average for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborho...

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Billy J.

Billings in the winter — how bad?

With a population of 118K, Billings is a mid-size city. Average temperature is around 49°F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What are your go-to spots? Thanks! People ...

13 replies 60 upvotes qa
Emilia E.

Best apartments in Billings under ?

Hey everyone, We're a young couple and Rent is about $1,097/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $71,855 in Billings. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I wrong here? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely risin...

2 replies 50 upvotes housing
Luca Lewis

Is Billings getting better or worse?

I work in education and It's a a mid-size city city with about 118K people. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 118K, Billings is a mid-size city. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Anyone in a simil...

0 replies 55 upvotes living
Natalie D.

What I love about living in Billings

I've been living in Billings, MT for 9 years now and honestly, there's a lot to love. There are tons of parks and outdoor spaces. Infrastructure keeps improving. The community here is diverse and welcoming. If you're thinking about moving here, feel free to ask me anything.

8 replies 6 upvotes living
Victoria Howard

Starting a business in Billings?

Hey folks, Median household income is $71,855, which feels about average for the area.

1 replies 19 upvotes jobs
William Ramirez

Cheapest neighborhoods in Billings?

First post here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all think? Thanks for reading.

3 replies 59 upvotes housing
William Ramirez

Billings quality of life — am I missing something?

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 49°F, so expect cold winters. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Any advice would be great. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

6 replies 32 upvotes living
Angela J.

Living in Billings — the reality

Anyone else feel this way? I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $71,855, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. Household incomes average around $71,855 in Billings. The cit...

6 replies 44 upvotes living
Dylan Miller

Moving to Billings — what should I know?

So, Just moved here 3 months ago and Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 118K people. You can expect to pay around $1,097 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestl...

24 replies 60 upvotes moving
Daniel

Best hidden gems in Billings

Household incomes average around $71,855 in Billings. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

25 replies 55 upvotes best-worst
Dylan Ortiz

What surprised you most about Billings?

I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $71,855 in Billings. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of livi...

30 replies 17 upvotes best-worst
Christian Gray

Rent in Billings getting crazy

Hi all, I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 118K people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising...

2 replies 48 upvotes housing
Luca Lewis

How much do you pay for rent in Billings?

I work in consulting and You can expect to pay around $1,097 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thoughts? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's bette...

3 replies 35 upvotes housing
Roger M.

What I love about living in Billings

I've been living in Billings, MT for 15 years now and honestly, there's a lot to love. People are genuinely friendly here. The community here is growing fast. If you're thinking about moving here, feel free to ask me anything.

14 replies 5 upvotes living
Ellie A.

Things that make Billings unique

Hey, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. With a population of 118K, Billings is a mid-size city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is def...

2 replies 20 upvotes best-worst
Carter Gomez

Raising a family in Billings — thoughts?

Hello, It's a a mid-size city city with about 118K people. Average temperature is around 49°F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $311,800, which seems about average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. T...

1 replies 54 upvotes living
Isabelle Myers

Planning a move to Billings — neighborhoods?

Hello, Average temperature is around 49°F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. With a population of 118K, Billings is a mid-size city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot ...

1 replies 9 upvotes moving
William Ramirez

How is Billings for outdoor activities?

Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. Median household income is $71,855, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $311,800, which seems about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What do ...

4 replies 56 upvotes qa
Angela J.

First time home buyer in Billings

First post here. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,097/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think?

1 replies 26 upvotes housing
Daniel

Honest thoughts on life in Billings

Hi all, My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where ...

8 replies 54 upvotes living
Katherine Peterson

Billings housing prices — when will it stop?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $71,855, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 49°F, so expect cold winters. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What are your go-to spots? It's not perfec...

0 replies 54 upvotes housing
Silas Cruz

Housing in Billings compared to Houston

I've been here for 14 years and The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,097 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think ...

2 replies 11 upvotes housing
Violet P.

Billings quality of life — am I missing something?

Longtime lurker here, The median home value here is around $311,800, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? The food scene here is surprisingl...

5 replies 13 upvotes living
Willow Gray

How is Billings for outdoor activities?

Hi all, I'm a college student here and Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. With a population of 118K, Billings is a mid-size city. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,097 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburb...

3 replies 28 upvotes qa
Allison M.

Considering Billings vs New York — help me decide

The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 118K people. Rent is about $1,097/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What neighborhoods would you suggest? There's a ...

1 replies 4 upvotes moving
Rylee Kim

Unpopular opinion about Billings

I'm originally from Seattle and The median home value here is around $311,800, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What would you do? Honestly, I think...

1 replies 52 upvotes best-worst
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