Great Falls, MT

Montana · Cascade County · Great Falls Metro

Great Falls is a mid-size city in Montana with a population of 60,412. Residents earn $63,934 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0

B Good

60,412 Population 2,612/sq mi density

$63,934 Median Income $35,968 per capita

$237,400 Home Value $328,554 Zillow

$866 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent

44°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr

515 Violent Crime/100K 5,807 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$63,934 median income, 2.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$237,400 home value, $866/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

515 violent crimes/100K (36% above avg)

Education

3.3 / 5.0

28.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $63,934

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $237,400

16% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 515/100K

36% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.3%

16% lower than US avg

Median Rent $866

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.2%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.5%

40% lower than US avg

How Great Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population60,412

Median Age39.3 yrs

Density2,612/mi²

Male / Female50% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans12.9%

Economy

Median Income$63,934

Per Capita$35,968

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty7.5%

County GDP$5,712M

Commute15 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$237,400

Rent$866

Ownership68.4%

Zillow$328,554

Housing Units28,089

Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

Violent515/100K

Property5,807/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault418/100K

Burglary542/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%

Uninsured10.3%

Smoking15.7%

Depression28.6%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI26 (Good)

Rain13.8 in/yr

Sunny Days273/yr

Elevation3,330 ft (1,015 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.3%

High School+94.2%

Graduate+9.8%

School Score6.19

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%

Commute15 min

Broadband88.3%

EV Stations11

Libraries4

Is Great Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Great Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Great Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Great Falls is $63,934, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Great Falls is $237,400, 16% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $866 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 515 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,807 per 100,000, 196% above the national average.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Great Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.8 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Great Falls has a population of 60,412 with a density of 2,612 people per square mile, spread across 22.3 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 7.7% Hispanic, 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97% of residents. 12.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

60,412

Total Population

2,612

People / sq mi

39.3yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

22.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%

Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Great Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.0%

24% above US avg

Spanish 3.0%

78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Great Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Great Falls is $63,934, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,968. The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,200 business establishments, including 251 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Great Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,934
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,968
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,066
IRS Avg AGI	$67,719
Gini Index	0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.5%
	40% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,200
County GDP	$5,712M

Business (County)

Restaurants	251
Healthcare	326
Retail	335
Manufacturing	70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,066
	16% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.7 min
Drive Alone	79.5%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Great Falls is $237,400, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,554, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $866 (26% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,076 for a one-bedroom to $1,336 for a two-bedroom apartment. 68.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 28,089 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $4,066 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$237,400
	16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$328,554
Median List Price	$351,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$351,000
$/Sq Ft	$175
Homes Sold	57
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	19.6%
Inventory	179

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$866
	26% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,340
Rent Burden	28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$988
1 Bedroom	$1,076
2 Bedrooms	$1,336
3 Bedrooms	$1,789
4 Bedrooms	$2,113

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	68.4%
Owner-Occupied	68.4%
Renter-Occupied	31.6%
Housing Units	28,089
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,066
	16% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.71%

In Great Falls, 36.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 30.3% have high blood pressure. 15.7% are current smokers. 21.7% report binge drinking. 22.9% are physically inactive. 28.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,341. The dentist ratio is 1:1,048. 78.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)

PM2.5

4.0

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

5.4

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

0.7

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

92.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.5

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

125.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Great Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.2%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.3%
Asthma	12.8%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.7%
Physical Inactivity	22.9%
Depression	28.6%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	14.7%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.5%
Uninsured	10.3%
	20% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,341
Dentists	1:1,048
Mental Health	1:246
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	60.6%
Premature Death	9,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	78.7%
Healthcare Facilities	326

Great Falls has a violent crime rate of 515 per 100,000 residents, 36% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 417.8 per 100,000, robbery at 30.7, rape at 66.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,807 per 100,000, 196% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,819, burglary at 542, vehicle theft at 445 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Great Falls receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Great Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	515.0/100K
	36% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	66.5/100K
Robbery	30.7/100K
Assault	417.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	5,806.9/100K
	196% above US avg
Burglary	542.3/100K
Theft	4,819.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	445.1/100K
Arson	18.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	270
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Great Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 13.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 3,330 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	43.9°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	3,330 ft (1,015 m)
Area	22.3 sq mi (57.7 km²)
Population Density	2,612/sq mi
Coordinates	47.5025°N, 111.3000°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Cascade County County
Nearest Airport	Great Falls International (GTF) 4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.8"

64% below US avg

Snowfall 42.5"

Wettest Month (May) 2.64"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

AQI Median	26.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	83.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	27.1 / 100
Community Resilience	76.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

292 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 17, 2025.

Jul 6, 2017	11 km SE of Lincoln, Montana	M5.8	119 km
Jul 6, 2017	15 km S of Lincoln, Montana	M5.0	129 km
Jul 6, 2017	14 km SE of Lincoln, Montana	M4.4	118 km
Jan 30, 2016	19 km E of Lincoln, Montana	M4.3	105 km
Apr 8, 2000	8 km ENE of Townsend, Montana	M4.1	129 km
Jul 17, 2017	12 km ESE of Lincoln, Montana	M4.0	116 km
Jul 19, 2002	43 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana	M4.0	132 km
Jul 6, 2017	14 km SSE of Lincoln, Montana	M4.0	123 km
Nov 10, 2000	14 km NE of Townsend, Montana	M4.0	123 km
Oct 19, 2017	12 km SE of Lincoln, Montana	M3.9	117 km
Apr 1, 1993	15 km E of Lincoln, Montana	M3.9	107 km
Feb 6, 1999	24 km E of Townsend, Montana	M3.9	128 km
Aug 16, 1994	27 km W of Chester, Montana	M3.9	110 km
Jun 2, 1996	37 km N of Ovando, Montana	M3.9	133 km
Mar 13, 2017	4 km ESE of Avon, Montana	M3.8	140 km
Apr 17, 2018	13 km ESE of Lincoln, Montana	M3.8	115 km
Jun 1, 1996	23 km N of Ovando, Montana	M3.8	144 km
Jul 5, 2024	24 km ENE of Seeley Lake, Montana	M3.8	146 km
Jul 13, 2017	14 km SE of Lincoln, Montana	M3.7	118 km
Jan 16, 2011	10 km ENE of Marysville, Montana	M3.7	104 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

40 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 5 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 24, 1994	EF2	88 km	0
Apr 24, 1994	EF2	88 km	0
Jun 8, 1976	EF2	93 km	0
Jun 30, 1975	EF2	50 km	0
Jul 2, 1966	EF2	75 km	0
Jun 16, 2007	EF1	81 km	0
Apr 22, 2003	EF1	90 km	0
Jul 3, 1998	EF1	20 km	0
Jun 19, 1998	EF1	54 km	0
Jul 5, 1988	EF1	20 km	0
Jun 1, 1980	EF1	41 km	0
Jul 3, 1978	EF1	24 km	0
Jul 3, 1978	EF1	24 km	0
Jul 3, 1978	EF1	24 km	0
Jun 1, 1977	EF1	39 km	0
Jul 10, 1965	EF1	50 km	0
Jul 2, 1964	EF1	54 km	0
Jun 22, 1962	EF1	46 km	0
Jun 29, 1961	EF1	19 km	0
Jun 29, 1960	EF1	38 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HARRIS MTN (31,792 ac, 2021).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2021	HARRIS MTN	31,792	52 km
2017	ALICE CREEK	29,971	95 km
1984	NORTH HILL	27,162	90 km
2000	CANYON FERRY COMPLEX (CAVE GULCH)	26,997	92 km
1990	TURKEY	25,658	98 km
2007	MERIWETHER	18,865	80 km
1990	BEARTOOTH COMPLEX	13,462	71 km
2009	MEISSNER	12,318	78 km
1985	SANDPOINT	10,439	100 km
1993	FREEZEOUT LAKE	9,793	67 km
2021	BALSINGER	8,317	64 km
2009	INDIAN TRAIL	4,592	75 km
2020	YOGO	4,429	89 km
2008	CHOUTEAU CO COMPLEX	4,365	82 km
2019	NORTH HILLS	4,149	95 km
2019	STUCKEY RD MA	4,073	10 km
1991	POWER	3,822	36 km
2002	PISHKUN	3,450	85 km
2012	MISSION ROAD	3,372	59 km
2008	UNIT 3 MARSH HAZ FUEL REDUCTION	3,333	19 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	0.7 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	0.5 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	1.0 in
April	44°F (7°C)	1.4 in
May	53°F (12°C)	2.6 in	Wettest
June	62°F (17°C)	2.4 in
July	68°F (20°C)	1.5 in	Warmest
August	67°F (20°C)	1.6 in
September	57°F (14°C)	1.3 in
October	47°F (8°C)	0.9 in
November	33°F (1°C)	0.6 in
December	25°F (-4°C)	0.7 in

Great Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.5").

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Great Falls is located in Cascade County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 28.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 16% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.7% of the vote, a 22.3-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 326 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%

D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	270
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.3%
	16% below US avg
High School+	94.2%
Graduate Degree+	9.8%
School Test Score	6.19

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	2,612/sq mi
Total Area	22.3 sq mi
County	Cascade County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.3%
Avg Download Speed	92.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	11
Alt Fuel Stations	12
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	326
Restaurants	251
Retail Stores	335

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.7 min
Drive Alone	79.5%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	6.6%

Average costs for common services in Great Falls. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$237 ($142–$378)
Specialist Visit	$331 ($189–$520)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($95–$331)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,081 ($757–$4,730)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$237 ($142–$378)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$114)
Brake Pad Replacement	$284 ($142–$473)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$568 ($378–$946)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($95–$331)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$95 ($57–$142)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$378 ($142–$757)
HVAC System Install	$6,622 ($3,784–$11,352)
Roof Repair	$946 ($378–$1,892)
Roof Replacement	$8,514 ($5,203–$14,190)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,419 ($473–$3,311)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,190 ($4,730–$28,380)
DUI Defense	$4,730 ($1,892–$9,460)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,419 ($757–$2,838)
Will Preparation	$473 ($189–$946)
Trust Preparation	$2,365 ($946–$4,730)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$95)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$142 ($71–$237)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$76 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.88 ($2.84–$5.20)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.31 ($2.37–$4.73)
Loaf of Bread	$3.59 ($2.37–$5.20)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.26 ($2.84–$6.15)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.20 ($3.78–$7.10)
Rice (per lb)	$0.95 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($76–$237)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$142)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$114)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$95)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$95)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$142)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$473)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,892 ($1,135–$3,311)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.57–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$95 ($28–$237)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,135 ($568–$2,365)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$946 ($473–$1,892)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$378 ($189–$662)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$95)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$946 ($378–$2,365)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,825 ($4,730–$28,380)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$95)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$95 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$95)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$284 ($142–$473)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($95–$378)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$953
Toddler	$993
Preschool	$852
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$770
Toddler	$787
Preschool	$787

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cascade County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	7,130	340	$62,468	1.36
Retail Trade	4,830	314	$38,658	1.32
Accommodation & Food Services	4,248	245	$23,602	1.28
Construction	2,607	350	$75,152	1.36
Administrative & Waste Services	1,749	223	$50,503	0.81
Finance & Insurance	1,584	182	$85,292	1.07
Wholesale Trade	1,499	171	$71,559	1.04
Manufacturing	1,299	82	$73,673	0.43
Professional & Technical Services	1,291	401	$79,007	0.51
Other Services	1,249	267	$40,106	1.14
Transportation & Warehousing	1,075	98	$55,070	0.70
Arts & Entertainment	860	101	$21,826	1.40
Educational Services	467	44	$36,816	0.62
Management of Companies	360	17	$84,912	0.58
Real Estate	356	113	$44,958	0.63
Information & Technology	197	36	$66,512	0.29
Utilities	185	15	$95,311	1.33
Agriculture & Forestry	178	46	$49,024	0.60
Unclassified	28	22	$29,766	0.55
Mining & Oil/Gas	18	8	$34,863	0.13

Colleges & Universities in Great Falls

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Great Falls College Montana State University	Public · Associate	1,886	—	$3,904	$12,229
University of Providence	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	1,111	64.2%	$29,018	$29,018
Montana Academy of Salons	Private For-Profit · Certificate	219	—	—	—

Hospitals in Great Falls

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
GREAT FALLS CLINIC HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(406) 216-8000
BENEFIS HOSPITALS INC	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(406) 455-5000

Schools in Great Falls

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Great Falls High School (Charter)	High	1,641	104	15.8:1
C M Russell High School (Charter)	High	1,454	90	16.2:1
East Middle School (Charter)	Middle	788	55	14.3:1
North Middle School (Charter)	Middle	724	51	14.2:1
Meadow Lark School (Charter)	Elementary	555	24	23.1:1
West Elementary (Charter)	Elementary	463	29	16.0:1
Mountain View School (Charter)	Elementary	433	30	14.4:1
Giant Springs Elementary (Charter)	Elementary	432	25	17.3:1
Riverview School (Charter)	Elementary	427	22	19.4:1
Sunnyside School (Charter)	Elementary	423	25	16.9:1
Sacajawea School (Charter)	Elementary	407	22	18.5:1
Loy School (Charter)	Elementary	389	24	16.2:1
Lincoln School (Charter)	Elementary	360	22	16.4:1
Lewis & Clark School (Charter)	Elementary	349	20	17.5:1
Longfellow School (Charter)	Elementary	313	22	14.2:1
Valley View School (Charter)	Elementary	296	23	12.9:1
Chief Joseph School (Charter)	Elementary	268	22	12.2:1
Morningside School (Charter)	Elementary	206	16	12.9:1
Whittier School (Charter)	Elementary	199	19	10.5:1
Grass Land Colony School (Charter)	Elementary	21	2	10.5:1

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Radio Stations near Great Falls

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
CJOC 94.1 (CA)	—	AAC+ 57 kbps

National Parks Near Great Falls

9 national parks and monuments found near Great Falls.

Park	Type	Fee
Black Sandy State Park	State Park	Free
First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park	State Park	Free
Giant Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Giant Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks	State Park	Free
Sluice Boxes State Park	State Park	Free
Smith River State Park	State Park	Free
Spring Meadow Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Tower Rock State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Great Falls

73 trails found near Great Falls.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
PILGRIM CREEK	9.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PARKER RIDGE	5.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
PILGRIM CREEK	5.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DEEP CREEK RIDGE	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
S FK DEEP CREEK	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TILLINGHAST CREEK	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TOBINS GULCH	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TEMPLE GULCH	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
N FK DEEP CREEK	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SMITH RIVER	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MING COULEE	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SAWMILL	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIGHORN	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BEAR GULCH	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
N FK DEEP CREEK	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SMITH RIVER	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STRAWBERRY RIDGE	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MONUMENT CONNECTOR	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DRY GULCH	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LONG COULEE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLANKANBAKER	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIGHORN	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MING COULEE	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SULPHUR SPRINGS	1.9	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAWMILL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SMART FORK	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SMART FORK	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STRAWBERRY RIDGE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEER CREEK	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP CREEK RIDGE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOGGING CREEK ATV	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MING SAWMILL CONNECTOR	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP CR TO SMITH	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OLD BALDY	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MING-SAND COULEE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLANKANBAKER	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STRAWBERRY RIDGE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MONUMENT RIDGE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MING SAWMILL CONNECTOR	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP CREEK RIDGE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIGHORN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
S FK DEEP CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MING BLANKABAKER CONNECT	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SAWMILL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
N FK DEEP CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLANKANBAKER	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MING COULEE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OLD BALDY	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOGGING CREEK ATV	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DRY GULCH	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MONUMENT RIDGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP CREEK RIDGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GIANT SPRINGS TRAIL-RIVERSIDE	0.5	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
BIGHORN	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TOBINS GULCH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
N FK DEEP CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOGGING CREEK ATV	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
N FK DEEP CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CLIFF TRAIL	0.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
MFWP ACCESS TRAIL	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
SOUTH BLUFF	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GIANT SPRINGS CONNECTOR	0.1	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRASSLANDS	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EAST COULEE	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEEP CREEK RIDGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SULPHUR SPR SHORTCUT	0.1	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEER CREEK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
N FK DEEP CREEK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
N FK DEEP CREEK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SMITH RIVER	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SAWMILL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MONUMENT CONNECTOR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR GULCH	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes

Historical Trends — Great Falls

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	59,577	$43,822
2015	59,332	$42,896
2017	58,943	$44,725
2019	58,477	$46,965
2021	60,403	$53,126
2023	60,243	$63,934

Museums in Great Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
GALERIE TRINITAS	GENERAL MUSEUM			$24,819,384
TRIGG-C M RUSSELL FOUNDATION	ART MUSEUM			$2,684,036
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF MONTANA	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		4064526661	$240,012
CASCADE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4064523462	$193,286
URSULINE HISTORICAL FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	2300 CENTRAL AVE	4064528585	$68,023
C. M. RUSSELL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4067278787
LEWIS AND CLARK HONOR GUARD OF GREAT FALL	HISTORY MUSEUM		4067611357
MONTANA LAW ENFORCEMENT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4067711180
MONTANA MUSEUM OF RAILROAD HISTORY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PARIS GIBSON SQUARE MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		4067278255

Libraries in Great Falls

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
GREAT FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 2ND AVE NORTH	0.0	226,044

Farmers Markets in Great Falls

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Black EagleFarmers' Market	2101 Montana Ave.	June to October	Sat:9:00 AM - 3:00 PM;
Great Falls Original Farmer's Market	2 South Park Drive	06/04/2016 to 09/24/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Hotels in Great Falls

17 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Heritage Inn

Comfort Inn

Comfort Inn & Suites Market Place Great Falls

Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites Great Falls

Days Inn Great Falls

Extended Stay America - Great Falls - Missouri River

Hampton

Hilton Garden Inn Great Falls

Historic Great Falls Hotel

Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Great Falls

Hotel Arvon

La Quinta Inn & Suites

MainStay Suites Great Falls

SpringHill Suites

Staybridge Suites Great Falls

Wingate by Wyndham Great Falls

Restaurants in Great Falls

53 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

2 K's Kafe

5th Street Diner

750 Plus

Amigo Lounge Taco Treat

Applebee's

Beef 'O' Brady's

Best Wok

Big Mouth BBQ

Buffalo Wild Wings

Cafe Rio

Chili's

Chinatown Restaurant

Chucks Oriental Palace

Clark & Lewie's

Dante's Creative Cuisine

Denny's

El Comedor Mexican Restaurant

Fiesta En Jalisco

Firehouse

Five on Black

Ford's Drive-In

Godfather's Pizza

Howard's Pizza

Jakers Bar & Grill

JB's

Kobe Seafood and Steak

Lippi's Kitchen

Little Athens

Luz's Mexican

Mackenzie River Pizza Company

Makenzie River Pizza

Maria's Mexican

Maria's Mexican Restaurant LLC.

Missori River Diner

Mongolian BBQ & Pho

Moonshine

Noodle Express

Over the Border

Pizza Baron

Pizza Hut

Pizza Ranch

Smoked American Barbeque

Stuffs

Taco Del Sol

Tap House Grill

Teriyaki Madness

The Best Wok

The Block

The Burger Bunker

Tracy's Family Restaurant

Willow Creek

Cafes in Great Falls

17 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amy's Morning Perk

Brain's Top Notch Cafe

City Brew Coffee

Coffee To Go-Drive Thru

Crooked Tree Coffee and Cakes

Double Barrel Coffee House Cafe\

Electric City Coffee Bistro

Florence Coffee Company

McLaughlin Cafe

Mrs Wright's Pastys

Pick up coffee

Starbucks

Striz's Coffee Shop

True Brew Espresso

True Brew Expresso

Cinemas in Great Falls

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carmike Cinemas

Theatres in Great Falls

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

American Music

Fine Arts Center

Great Falls Civic Center

Clinics in Great Falls

11 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alluvion Health

Benefis Dermatology

Benefis Northwest

BioLife

Echoz Pregnancy Care Center

Montana Plastic Surgery Center

Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute

Planned Parenthood

Premier Care Pediatrics

Russell R. Herring, DNP

Safetrac Solutions Inc

Dentists in Great Falls

7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bruch Orthodontics

First Impressions Denture Clinic

Great Falls Caring Dentistry

Great Falls Pediatric Dentistry

Homegrown Dental

West Orthodontics

Westside Family Dental

Veterinaries in Great Falls

4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Friend Animal Hospital

Best Friends Animal Hospital

K-Heart Veterinary Clinic

Westside Animal Clinic

Bus Stations in Great Falls

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Greyhound: Bus Station

Gas Stations in Great Falls

23 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cenex

Conoco

Exxon

Holiday

Loaf 'N Jug

Love's

Mobil

Sam's Club

Sinclair

Banks in Great Falls

24 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1st Liberty Credit Union

1st Liberty Federal Credit Union

Embark Credit Union

Family First Federal CU

First Interstate Bank

Montana Credit Union

Montana Federal Credit Union

Opportunity Bank of Montana

Prairie Mountain Bank

Russell Country Federal Credit Union

Stockman Bank

U.S. Bank

Wells Fargo

Shopping Malls in Great Falls

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Village Mall

Gyms in Great Falls

7 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Access Fitness

Big Sky CoreSport

Electric City Boxing

Peak Health & Wellness

Planet Fitness

Studio Barre Great Falols

The Peak

Golf Courses in Great Falls

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hickory Swing Golf Course

Meadow Lark Country Club

Breweries in Great Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Black Eagle Brewery	Brewery	1602 25th Ave
Bowser Brewing Co.	Tapas Restaurant, Brewery, Brewery and Tapas Restaurant	1826 10TH S Ave Great Falls Mt 59405	4063151340	Visit
Bowser Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	1826 10th Ave S	14063151340
Front Brewing Co	Brewers	215 3rd St N W	4067273947	Visit
Mighty Mo Brewing Co	Brewers	412 Central Ave	4069520342	Visit
The Front Brewing Company	Brewery	215 3RD N W Saint Great Falls Mt 59404

Nursing Homes in Great Falls

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
BENEFIS EXTENDED CARE CENTER 2621 15TH AVE S	Non profit - Corporation	146	136	5/5	—	5/5	2/5	4064555903
KINDRED TRANSITIONAL CARE & REHAB - PARK PLACE 1500 32ND ST S	For profit - Corporation	189	98	5/5	—	2/5	5/5	4067614300
MISSOURI RIVER CENTER 1130 17TH AVE S	For profit - Corporation	278	156	2/5	—	3/5	2/5	4067714500

Pharmacies in Great Falls

19 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
341ST MEDICAL GROUP-DOD	7300 NORTH PERIMETER ROAD	406-731-4633
ALBERTSONS-OSCO - 2035	1414 3RD STREET NORTHWEST	406-761-8420
ALBERTSONS-OSCO - 2037	2250 10TH AVENUE SOUTH	406-727-9880
ANDERSON FAMILY PHARMACY	1417 9TH STREET SOUTH	406-761-8781
APOTHECARY DRUG STORE	20 3RD STREET NORTH	406-454-2399
CVS - 8624	2001 10TH AVENUE SOUTH	406-453-1318
DISCOUNT PHARMACY	601 10TH AVENUE SOUTH	406-268-1499
GREAT FALLS CLINIC	1400 29TH STREET SOUTH	406-454-2171
KMART	1000 3RD STREET NORTHWEST	406-453-6107
PHARMERICA	625 CENTRAL AVENUE WEST	406-452-3713
PLAZA UNITED PHARMACY	2800 11TH AVENUE SOUTH	406-727-0070
SAM'S CLUB - 6379	401 NORTHWEST BYPASS	406-453-3466
SHOPKO	301 NORTHWEST BYPASS	406-727-9682
SMITH'S	1601 MARKET PLACE DRIVE	406-771-0475
SNYDER DRUG	2515 6TH AVENUE NORTH	406-452-6461
SPECTRUM PHARMACY	2509 7TH AVENUE SOUTH	406-761-1701
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2455	701 SMELTER AVENUE NORTHEAST	406-761-1456
WALGREENS - 10083	2301 10TH AVENUE SOUTH	406-727-1376
WALGREENS - 10859	1213 3RD STREET NORTHWEST	406-761-0214

EV Charging Stations in Great Falls

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Great Falls Hampton Inn - Tesla Supercharger	2301 14th St SW	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
BWPLUS STATION 1	600 River Dr S	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Citizens Alliance Bank Great Falls	409 3rd Street Northwest	Blink Network	2		J1772	public
CITY MOTOR CO CITY TOYOTA 1	3900 10th Ave S	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Great Falls Subaru	800 Central Ave	Blink Network	1		J1772	public
N40 OUTFITTERS NORTH 40 WGF	1000 3rd Street NW	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Spring Hill Suites - Great Falls, MT - Tesla Destination	421 3rd St NW	Tesla Destination	4		TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Great Falls

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
3720 Bootlegger Trail (108808)	GTOWER	124
3720 Bootlegger Trail (108808)	GTOWER	124
3720 Bootlegger Trail (108808)	GTOWER	124
3720 Bootlegger Trail (108808)	GTOWER	124
6000 2nd Avenue N.	TOWER	53
1730 AIRPORT DRIVE	TOWER	25

Fire Stations in Great Falls

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Gore Hill Volunteer Fire Department	4401 SW 62 AVE	Volunteer	406-453-9533
Great Falls Fire Rescue	112 21ST AVE NW	Career	406-727-8070
Montana Air National Guard/Great Falls Airport	2800 Airport Avenue B	Career	406-791-0233

Power Plants Near Great Falls

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
HIGHWOOD GENERATING STATION	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT AVAILABLE	-111.0	NOT AVAILABLE
MORONY	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-111.1	OP
RYAN	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-111.1	OP
COCHRANE	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-111.2	OP
RAINBOW	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-111.2	OP
BLACK EAGLE	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-111.3	OP
HORSESHOE BEND WIND PARK	ONSHORE WIND TURBINE	221115	-111.4	OP

Bridges in Great Falls

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1980	964	25,875	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	1,232	15,478	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1980	506	14,706	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	266	14,124	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1951	2,092	13,385	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	2,121	13,385	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	298	12,391	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	553	7,062	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	538	7,062	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1946	178	6,196	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	208	6,196	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	150	6,196	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	150	6,196	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	151	5,117	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	485	5,101	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	125	5,101	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	125	5,101	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	485	5,101	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1997	136	4,636	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	241	4,451	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	186	3,357	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	379	3,244	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	379	3,244	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1937	58	1,587	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1987	220	1,578	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	320	1,339	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	247	1,169	G

Correctional Facilities in Great Falls

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
CASCADE COUNTY REGIONAL PRISON	3800 ULM NORTH FRONTAGE RD	STATE	152	152	OPEN
GREAT FALLS PRE-RELEASE EAST CAMPUS	1715 10TH AVE NORTH	STATE	155	148	OPEN
GREAT FALLS WOMEN'S PRE-RELEASE CENTER	1019 15TH ST N	STATE	27	40	OPEN
CASCADE COUNTY REGIONAL YOUTH SERVICES CENTER	1600 26TH ST S	COUNTY	-999	24	OPEN
GREAT FALLS YOUTH TRANSITION CENTER	4212 3RD AVENUE SOUTH	STATE	7	7	CLOSED

Superfund Sites Near Great Falls

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CALUMET MONTANA REFINING (CMR), LLC	1900 10TH STREET NE	CASCADE
CALUMET MONTANA REFINING (CMR), LLC	1900 10TH STREET NE	CASCADE
CALUMET MONTANA REFINING (CMR), LLC	1900 10TH STREET NE	CASCADE
MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE	6945 GODDARD DRIVE	CASCADE

Airports Near Great Falls

12 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Great Falls International Airport	GTF	Medium Airport
Bair Airport	—	Small Airport
Cascade Field	—	Small Airport
Conrad Airport	—	Small Airport
Dutton Airport	—	Small Airport
Fairfield Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Benton Airport	—	Small Airport
Horner Field	—	Small Airport
Peterson Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Prill Field	—	Small Airport
Reverse 5 Bar M Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith Farms Airport	—	Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Great Falls

36 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
2Js Natural Foods Inc	Supermarket	105 Smelter Ave NE
Albertsons 0035	Supermarket	1414 3rd St NW
Albertsons 0037	Supermarket	2250 10th Ave S
Big Sky Grocery Downtown	Grocery Store	701 1st Ave N
Brake Time 253820	Convenience Store	900 1st Ave N
Brake Time 253821	Convenience Store	601 Smelter Ave NE
Brake Time 253822	Convenience Store	1225 Central Ave W
Cenex Zip Trip 45	Convenience Store	625 1st Ave N
Central Avenue Meats	Specialty Store	422 Central Ave
CVS Pharmacy 8624	Other	2001 10th Ave S
Dollar Tree 2947	Other	1017 10th Ave S
Dollar Tree 3070	Other	209 Northwest Byp
Gas N Shop Inc #101	Convenience Store	101 Smelter Ave NE
Great Falls 6 Flying J 4730	Convenience Store	3715 31st St SW
Holiday 2746730	Convenience Store	1428 3rd St NW
Holiday Stationstore 2746010	Convenience Store	1601 Fox Farm Rd
Holiday Stationstore 2746059	Convenience Store	601 Northwest Byp
Holiday Stationstore 2746273	Convenience Store	1020 15th St N
Keiths Country Store no	Convenience Store	1621 10th Ave S
Kernaghans Pik & Pump	Convenience Store	1507 8th Ave N
Love's Travel Stop 789	Convenience Store	3219 Airport Drive
Noons 574	Convenience Store	1300 12th Ave S
On Your Way #3 3	Convenience Store	1608 Fox Farm Rd
Poppys Mini Mart	Convenience Store	606 15th ST S
Sam's Club 6379	Super Store	401 Northwest Byp
Smiths Food & Drug Center 166	Super Store	1601 Market Place Dr
Target Stores T- 0253	Super Store	2000 10th Ave S
Town Pump Great Falls #4 1515	Convenience Store	700 10th Ave S
Town Pump Of Great Falls #5 1007	Convenience Store	3700 31st St SW
Town Pump of Great Falls 170 0170	Convenience Store	401 10th Ave S
Town Pump of Great Falls 2400	Convenience Store	1400 10th Ave S
Town Pump of Great Falls 3 1015	Convenience Store	505 Northwest Byp
TOWN PUMP OF GREAT FALLS 7 7033	Convenience Store	1411 10th Ave S
Walgreens 10083	Other	2301 10th Ave S
Walgreens 10859	Other	1213 3rd St NW
Walmart SC 2455	Super Store	701 Smelter Ave NE

Treatment Centers in Great Falls

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Benefis Hospitals Inc - Behavioral Health Services	Both	406-455-2380
Indian Family Health Clinic	Substance Abuse	406-268-1510
Many Rivers Whole Health - Great Falls	Both	406-761-2100
Many Rivers Whole Health - New Directions Center	Mental Health	406-761-2104
RMTC LLC - DBA Rocky Mountain Treatment Ctr	Substance Abuse	406-727-8832

DOL Wage Violations in Great Falls

30 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $219,024 in back wages owed to 433 employees.

Violations

$219,024

Back Wages Owed

433

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Transystems, LLC	—	Transystems	59405	—	1	$61,726	$1,046	59
Federal Transport	—	—	59401	—	1	$43,546	$4,838	9
Complete Service Construction	—	—	59402	—	1	$22,210	$888	25
FSW Inc	—	—	59404	—	1	$20,248	$964	21
Great Falls Chiropractic Clinic	—	—	59405	—	1	$13,567	$13,567	1
Pizza Hut	—	Yum Brands	59401	—	1	$11,596	$132	88
Holiday Inn Great Falls	—	IHG	59405	—	1	$5,992	$1,997	3
Flying J Great Falls	—	—	59404	—	1	$5,217	$248	21
Baer Construction	—	—	59404	—	1	$4,314	$332	13
S & H Aluminum Products Inc.	—	—	59405	—	1	$3,737	$311	12
Western Heritage Insurance Marketing	—	—	59401	—	1	$3,222	$119	27
Health Care Resolution Services	—	—	59401	—	1	$3,092	$3,092	1
Force 3 Inc.	—	—	59401	—	1	$2,760	$460	6
Gold Stone Assisted Living	—	—	59405	—	1	$2,661	$140	19
SERVICEMASTER ALL PURPOSE CLEANING INC. [OSHA]	—	—	59401	Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings	1	$2,312	$105	22
Easter Seals Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountain	—	—	59405	—	2	$1,971	$37	54
Central Excavation	—	—	59405	—	1	$1,677	$419	4
Market Research Group	—	—	59401	—	1	$1,639	$137	12
Super 8	—	—	59403	—	1	$1,474	$295	5
Treasure State Eye Care	—	—	59405	—	1	$1,454	$1,454	1
Pickle Barrel	—	—	59405	—	1	$1,187	$1,187	1
Pizza Hut	—	Yum Brands	59405	—	2	$980	$196	5
Carriage Trade Drive-In Cleaners	—	—	59405	—	1	$934	$311	3
West Coast Weld Tech International, Inc.	—	—	59403	—	1	$913	$913	1
Fox Farm Dairy Queen	—	—	59401	—	1	$228	$114	2
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites	—	—	59404	—	1	$149	$50	3
Pizza Hut	—	Yum Brands	59404	—	2	$124	$62	2
Montana Club_Great Falls	—	—	59404	—	1	$48	$12	4
Quiznos	—	—	59404	—	1	$43	$43	1
QLC	—	—	59403	—	1	$2	$0	8

Churches & Religious Organizations in Great Falls

72 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ANGUISH OF HEART MINISTRIES	705 29TH ST S
ASK OF ME MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 6687
BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH	1009 18TH AVE SW
BLACKLEAF MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 3485
CALVARY CHAPEL OF GREAT FALLS	PO BOX 2792
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	3301 17TH AVE S
CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF EASTERN MONTANA INC	121 23RD ST S
CENTRAL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	2001 CENTRAL AVE
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH	1025 CENTRAL AVE
CHRIST FOR THE DEAF LUTHERAN CHURCH	3340 11TH AVE S
CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	2900 9TH AVE S
CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES OF CHRIST IN MONTANA	1019 CENTRAL AVE
CHURCH IN GREAT FALLS	1012 3RD AVE NW
CHURCH OF CHRIST	1300 6TH ST NW
CHURCH OF GOD	1801 17TH AVE S
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH	410 22ND NE AVE
EMMANUEL BIBLE CHURCH	3400 11TH AVE S
EPISCOPAL CHURCH MEMORIAL FOUNDATION GREAT FALLS MONTANA	PO BOX 3046
FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL	713 51ST ST S
FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF HIGHWOOD	202 2ND AVE S STE 1
FAMILY PROMISE OF GREAT FALLS	PO BOX 455
FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	908 47TH ST S
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST	PO BOX 994
FIRST ENGLISH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 1513
FOOT OF THE CROSS INC	PO BOX 3485
FOUNDATION FOR EASTERN ORTHODOXY GREAT FALLS	1144 AVENUE D NW
FRIENDS IN FELLOWSHIP GREAT FALLS INC	PO BOX 3485
GFRM NMTC HOLDINGS	PO BOX 129
GREAT FALLS CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL	2800 18TH S AVE
GREAT FALLS COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD	3300 3RD AVE N
GREAT FALLS FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	525 2ND AVE N
GREATER FAITH CHURCH OF THE OPEN DOOR	420 2ND AVE SW
HARRISON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC	114 3RD ST S
HARVEST SPRINGS COMMUNITY CHURCH	1001 36TH AVE NE
HOLY FAMILY PARISH	2800 CENTRAL AVE
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC PARISH	201 44TH S ST
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL	2816 CENTRAL AVE
HOLY SPIRIT RADIO INC	PO BOX 6116
INTERMOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INC	32 COMANCHE TRL
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL	4700 10TH AVE S
JOHN HAINES MINISTRIES INC	100 24TH AVE S
KARE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GREAT FALLS MONTANA INC	PO BOX 1782
KINDRED SPIRIT MINISTRIES	5401 27TH ST SW
KOGUDUS RENEWAL MINISTRY	1326 1ST AVE NORTH 17
LIVING GRACE CHURCH OF GREAT FALLS MONTANA	3525 1ST AVE N
MAJESTIC GRACE INC	237 17TH AVE NW
MEMORIAL FUND FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH GREAT FALLS MONTANA	PO BOX 1159
MJORUD FAMILY BIBLE CAMP	2901 29TH ST S
MONTANA SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION	2701 IVY DR
MONTANA SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION INC	2925 9TH AVE S
MOUNTAIN VIEW LUTHERAN CHURCH	800 SACAJAWEA DR
NEW CITY CHURCH	205 RIVER DR S
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	1105 VALLEY VIEW DR
NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH	3125 5TH AVE S
ONE ROD COLLECTIVE	PO BOX 3322
OUR SAVIOURS LUTHERAN CHURCH	1326 1ST AVE N
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH	3340 11TH AVE S
RIVER OF HOPE	111 6TH ST S
RIVER VALLEY FELLOWSHIP INC	301 LARGENT ST
ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOP OF GREAT FALLS	121 23RD S ST
SAINT JOSEPH RADIO INC	PO BOX 6116
SAINT MICHAEL CHARITABLE LEGACY FUND	PO BOX 6116
SAINT MICHAEL RADIO INC	608 BETH DR
SAINTS PETER & PAUL PARISH	200 44TH ST S
SET FREE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INC	216 9TH ST N
ST BONAVENTURE PUBLICATIONS INC	PO BOX 2750
ST MARTIN DE PORRES MISSION OF GREAT FALLS	PO BOX 141
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	1604 38TH ST S
TRIUMPH BAPTIST CHURCH	500 2ND AVE SW
UNITY CHURCH OF TRUTH	1023 2ND AVE S
VICTORY CHURCH	3001 13TH ST S
WESTERN RITE-OLD CATHOLIC CHURCH LTD	503 1ST AVE N STE 401

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Frequently Asked Questions About Great Falls

What is the population of Great Falls?

Great Falls has a population of 60,412 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 2,612 people per square mile, spread across 22.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Great Falls expensive to live in?

Great Falls is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,934, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $237,400 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $866 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Great Falls safe?

The violent crime rate in Great Falls is 515 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,807 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Great Falls receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Great Falls?

Great Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.8 inches, with 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.

How is the job market in Great Falls?

The job market in Great Falls is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 3,200 business establishments in the area, including 251 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 6.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Great Falls?

The median home value in Great Falls is $237,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,554. For renters, the median monthly rent is $866. Fair market rent is $1,076 for a 1-bedroom and $1,336 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,066.

How are the schools in Great Falls?

Schools in Great Falls score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.3% of adults in Great Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Great Falls?

The obesity rate in Great Falls is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.7% of adults are smokers. 22.9% are physically inactive. 28.6% of residents report depression. 10.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 78.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,341.

What is transportation like in Great Falls?

The average commute in Great Falls is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Great Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Great Falls is 84.8% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 7.7% Hispanic or Latino. 97% of residents speak only English at home. 12.9% of the population are military veterans. 16.2% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

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