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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Brooks King

Housing market in Great Falls right now

OK so My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of com...

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Oliver R.

Quick question about Great Falls

Hey, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $866 for rent here. Median household income is $63,934, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Am I wrong here? The weather takes some getting used to...

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Matthew Nguyen

Is public transit usable in Great Falls?

Rent is about $866/month for a decent place. With a population of 60,412, Great Falls is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $63,934 in Great Falls. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What do you all think? The school system...

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Caleb Jackson

Great Falls is underrated, change my mind

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 4 months ago and Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $237,400 on average. With a population of 60,412, Great Falls is a smaller city. Rent is about $866/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. ...

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Audrey W.

What Great Falls does better than anywhere else

Hello, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are your go-to spots? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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native_adeline27

Living in Great Falls -the reality

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $866/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Jose Rodriguez

What's it really like living in Great Falls?

OK so Household incomes average around $63,934 in Great Falls. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a ...

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Maverick

Unpopular opinion about Great Falls

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2011. Rent is about $866/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Worth the trade-offs? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Kaylee M.

Working in Great Falls -salaries realistic?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $866 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 60,412 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Great Falls sits at 515.0 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. ...

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Theodore Gray

How are the schools in Great Falls?

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. Rent is about $866/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Anyone in a similar situation? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot ...

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Aaron Sanders

Anyone work in healthcare in Great Falls?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. The median home value here is around $237,400, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Great Falls sits at 515.0 per 100K. Rent is about $866/month for a decent place. Publi...

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Nathan Ross

Best areas to explore in Great Falls?

Hey everyone, Just moved here 2 months ago and Rent is about $866/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I overthinking this? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Maverick Ramirez

Cost of living reality check -Great Falls

I've been here for 10 years and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $63,934 in Great Falls. It's a a smaller city city with about 60,412 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has im...

16 replies 30 upvotes housing
Daniel F.

Considering Great Falls vs Los Angeles -help me decide

Hey folks, Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What would you do? The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus...

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Alice Chavez

Best industries in Great Falls right now

Hi all, I work in insurance and With a population of 60,412, Great Falls is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $866 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Has anyone dealt with this? Appreciate any input.

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oaklandsoul2022

The good and bad of living in Great Falls

Household incomes average around $63,934 in Great Falls. Homes are going for about $237,400 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance! Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some...

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Maverick

Best apartments in Great Falls under ?

Hey, Median household income is $63,934, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $237,400 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 60,412 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of livin...

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Ezekiel Anderson

Best and worst neighborhoods in Great Falls

Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and Median household income is $63,934, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Great Falls sits at 515.0 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? Night life is d...

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jameson_lover

Things Great Falls needs to improve

Hey everyone, We have two kids and Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do...

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Adam Allen

Starting a business in Great Falls?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm retired and It's a a smaller city city with about 60,412 people. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid....

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Easton Wilson

Best coffee shops in Great Falls?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm single, late 40s, and Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Any advice would be great. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather tak...

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Natalie Walker

Is Great Falls worth it salary-wise?

Hi all, Thanks! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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willow_girl

Internet providers in Great Falls?

Alright, Military spouse here. With a population of 60,412, Great Falls is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know your thoughts. It's a very car-dependent city, for b...

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Adam Allen

Dog-friendly places in Great Falls?

Hey everyone, I've been here for 19 years and Median household income is $63,934, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $63,934 in Great Falls. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Great Falls? It's not perfect, but the community is so...

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Michael B.

Is Great Falls a good place to live?

So, I'm single, late 30s, and Homes are going for about $237,400 on average. Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. Household incomes average around $63,934 in Great Falls. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating th...

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Maverick Edwards

Things Great Falls needs to improve

Been meaning to ask this. I'm single, late 20s, and The median home value here is around $237,400, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Is this normal for Great Falls? Thanks in advance! Downto...

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Hailey Evans

Anyone else love living in Great Falls?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $866 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thoughts? The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Audrey W.

Things that make Great Falls unique

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Household incomes average around $63,934 in Great Falls. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to loo...

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Jose Rodriguez

How is Great Falls for outdoor activities?

Hi all, Been living here since 2013. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. With a population of 60,412, Great Falls is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $63,934 in Great Falls. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Has a...

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