Great Falls, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Cascade County County
Great Falls, MT
At a Glance
How Great Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Great Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Great Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Great Falls residents earn a median household income of $63,934 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,968. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,200 business establishments, including 251 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Great Falls is $237,400 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $340,160. Median rent is $866/month, with 28.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Great Falls reports 574 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,451/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
28.3% of adults in Great Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Great Falls has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches.