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West Glacier, MT

Montana · Flathead County

West Glacier is a small town in Montana with a population of 209. Residents earn $87,344 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
209 Population 50/sq mi density
$87,344 Median Income $50,898 per capita
$565,500 Home Value $538,861 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
83 Violent Crime/100K 2,653 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,344 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$565,500 home value, $800/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
83 violent crimes/100K (78% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $87,344
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $565,500
101% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 83/100K
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.9%
81% higher than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

How West Glacier Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population209
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,344
Per Capita$50,898
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$7,210M
Commute23 min

Housing

B
Home Value$565,500
Rent$800
Ownership62.6%
Zillow$538,861
Housing Units192
Rent Burden14.3%

Crime

F
Violent83/100K
Property2,653/100K

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking16.7%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation3,204 ft (977 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.9%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+28.8%
School Score6.40

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband95.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is West Glacier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Glacier receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. West Glacier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Glacier is $87,344, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Glacier is $565,500, making it a premium housing market at 101% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

West Glacier is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,653 per 100,000, 35% above the national average.

Education

West Glacier is a highly educated community / 60.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

West Glacier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches, including 115.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

West Glacier has a population of 209 with a density of 50 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 1.9% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 9.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 7.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 92.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

209
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

West Glacier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Glacier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Glacier is $87,344, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,898 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,122, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,994 business establishments, including 450 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 25.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Glacier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,344
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,898
Avg Weekly Wage$1,122
IRS Avg AGI$92,813
Gini Index0.459 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,994
County GDP$7,210M

Business (County)

Restaurants450
Healthcare459
Retail491
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg
Cost of Living94.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone55.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.9%

Walkability

The median home value in West Glacier is $565,500, 101% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $538,861. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% 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. 62.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 192 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $5,362 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 14.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$565,500
101% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$538,861

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.6%
Owner-Occupied62.6%
Renter-Occupied37.4%
Housing Units192
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,362
53% above US avg
Effective Rate0.95%
In West Glacier, 33.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 29.3% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 22.6% report binge drinking. 21.5% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 11.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,085. The dentist ratio is 1:1,434. 81.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: West Glacier vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,085
Dentists1:1,434
Mental Health1:261
Checkup Rate66.3%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death7,948/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities459
West Glacier has a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents, 78% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,653 per 100,000, 35% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 23 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, West Glacier receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: West Glacier vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent82.9/100K
78% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,653.4/100K
35% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
Traffic Accidents13
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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West Glacier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. The area receives 115.2 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 3,204 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,204 ft (977 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates48.4944°N, 113.9919°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyFlathead County County
Nearest AirportGlacier Park International (FCA)
18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below US avg
Snowfall 115.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.03"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.69"

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0419 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score86.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability15.9 / 100
Community Resilience46.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

175 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 17, 2025.

Dec 22, 1998 Idaho-Montana border region M4.7 106 km
Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 75 km
Mar 22, 2006 8 km SSW of Rexford, Montana M4.3 96 km
Jun 29, 1995 2 km NNW of Kila, Montana M4.1 53 km
May 2, 1995 2 km NW of Kila, Montana M4.1 53 km
Apr 15, 1998 11 km NE of Swan Lake, Montana M4.1 57 km
Apr 1, 1992 10 km ESE of Swan Lake, Montana M4.0 71 km
Jul 19, 2002 43 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana M4.0 138 km
Jan 20, 1998 15 km SSE of Happys Inn, Montana M4.0 99 km
Jun 2, 1996 37 km N of Ovando, Montana M3.9 145 km
Sep 26, 2004 14 km WSW of Pablo, Montana M3.8 106 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km SSE of South Browning, Montana M3.8 73 km
May 2, 1995 3 km WNW of Kila, Montana M3.8 55 km
Mar 21, 1992 20 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana M3.8 144 km
Jul 5, 2024 24 km ENE of Seeley Lake, Montana M3.8 146 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 121 km
May 7, 1992 14 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana M3.8 145 km
Oct 2, 1995 18 km E of Finley Point, Montana M3.7 87 km
Aug 19, 1999 12 km ENE of Happys Inn, Montana M3.7 84 km
Jan 13, 2010 36 km NE of Seeley Lake, Montana M3.7 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

7 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 13, 2006 EF1 100 km 0
Nov 4, 2013 EF0 59 km 0
Sep 1, 2011 EF0 80 km 0
Apr 9, 2008 EF0 40 km 0
Jul 18, 2007 EF0 96 km 0
Jul 18, 2007 EF0 60 km 0
Sep 10, 2000 EF0 26 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CHIPPY CREEK (95,656 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 CHIPPY CREEK 95,656 99 km
2001 MOOSE 73,210 19 km
2015 BEAR CREEK 60,710 87 km
2003 ROBERT 54,500 9 km
2007 FOOL CREEK 53,912 98 km
2003 WEDGE CANYON 51,987 53 km
2015 FAMILY PEAK COMPLEX 49,769 81 km
2007 SKYLAND 41,237 61 km
1988 RED BENCH 33,845 38 km
2006 RED EAGLE 32,563 46 km
2007 BRUSH CREEK 30,166 63 km
2003 RAMPAGE COMPLEX (DOUBLE MOUNTAIN 2) 23,680 32 km
2015 TRAIL CREEK 22,338 74 km
2022 ELMO 22,148 76 km
2023 NIARADA 20,686 86 km
2017 SCALP 20,309 92 km
2003 BLACKFOOT LAKE COMPLEX (BLACKFOOT LAKE) 18,274 29 km
2015 THOMPSON 18,049 32 km
2003 TRAPPER CREEK FIRE (TRAPPER CREEK) 18,028 34 km
2017 STRAWBERRY 17,781 88 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
February 24°F (-5°C) 1.9 in
March 29°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in
May 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.0 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.6 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 2.5 in Coldest

West Glacier has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 21°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.7").

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West Glacier is located in Flathead County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 60.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 28.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.6% of the vote, a 33.8-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 459 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 55.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
Traffic Accidents13
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.9%
81% above US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+28.8%
School Test Score6.40
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi
CountyFlathead County County

Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Avg Download Speed86.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities459
Restaurants450
Retail Stores491

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone55.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.9%
Average costs for common services in West Glacier. 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$961
Toddler$1,008
Preschool$860
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$779
Toddler$798
Preschool$798
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Flathead 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 7,842 588 $72,253 1.08
Retail Trade 7,323 538 $44,356 1.45
Accommodation & Food Services 6,970 440 $28,528 1.51
Construction 4,793 1,179 $64,714 1.80
Manufacturing 3,288 266 $73,035 0.79
Professional & Technical Services 2,629 1,173 $97,227 0.75
Administrative & Waste Services 2,296 472 $54,872 0.77
Other Services 1,883 480 $43,537 1.24
Finance & Insurance 1,830 320 $99,450 0.89
Arts & Entertainment 1,795 162 $25,298 2.11
Wholesale Trade 1,186 268 $76,584 0.59
Real Estate 945 349 $49,876 1.20
Educational Services 478 96 $37,150 0.46
Information & Technology 397 119 $78,211 0.42
Agriculture & Forestry 345 110 $50,955 0.84
Unclassified 148 90 $52,196 2.10
Mining & Oil/Gas 116 26 $88,960 0.61
Management of Companies 56 24 $100,145 0.07

Schools in West Glacier

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
West Glacier School (Charter) Elementary 77 7 11.0:1
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Campgrounds Near West Glacier

20 campgrounds found near West Glacier.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Big Creek Campground (Flathead National Forest, MT) 4.7/5 23 $22
Lost Johnny Campground 4.6/5 5 $18
SCHNAUS CABIN 4.6/5 1 $65
APGAR GROUP SITES 4.5/5 5 $45–$90
BEN ROVER CABIN 4.5/5 1 $65
LOST JOHNNY POINT CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 21 $22
RIVERSIDE CAMPGROUND (MT) 4.5/5 1 $150
WURTZ CABIN 4.5/5 1 $75
Avalanche Campground 4.4/5 86 $30
DORIS CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 9 $18
FISH CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 170 $30
FORD CABIN 4.4/5 1 $50
MANY GLACIER CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 103 $30–$90
MURRAY BAY CAMPGROUND (MT) 4.4/5 20 $18
ANNA CREEK CABIN 4.3/5 1 $75
Apgar Campground 4.3/5 184 $30
Sprague Creek Campground 4.3/5 22 $20–$30
LID CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 23 $18
EMERY BAY CAMPGROUND 4.0/5 28 $22
Rising Sun Campground — 81 $8–$30

National Parks Near West Glacier

13 national parks and monuments found near West Glacier.

ParkTypeFee
Akamina-Kishinena Provincial Park Free
Flathead Lake/Big Arm State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Finley Point State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Wayfarers State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/West Shore State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Wild Horse Island State Park State Park Free
Flathead Lake/Yellow Bay State Park State Park Free
Glacier National Park National Park $35
Lake Mary Ronan State Park State Park Free
Les Mason State Park State Park Free
Lone Pine State Park State Park Free
Waterton Lakes National Park Free
Whitefish Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near West Glacier

261+ trails found near West Glacier.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
CANYON SM 22.5 SNOW — — —
SHEEP - ELK LOOP 10.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COLUMBIA MTN. LOOP 10.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COAL RIDGE 9.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LONG CREEK 8.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DESERT MTN. SM 8.5 SNOW — — —
GRANT RIDGE 8.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOGAN-DIRTYFACE 8.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JIMMIE RIDGE 8.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SMOKY RANGE NRT 8.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FORKS PATROL 8.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CONNER CREEK 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOYS TO BLACKTAIL 7.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
LOWER TWIN 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRANE MTN SNOWMOBILE 7.0 SNOW — — —
KIMMERLY SM 7.0 SNOW — — —
DEMERS RIDGE 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ALPINE 7 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HIGHLINE LOOP SM 6.0 SNOW — — —
HIGHLINE LOOP SM 6.0 SNOW — — —
TONGUE MTN. 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TAYLOR CK. SM 5.8 SNOW — — —
PIONEER RIDGE 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WILD BILL - TRUMAN CREEK 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WILD BILL - EAGLE MTN. TRAIL 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRAVES CREEK 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WILDCAT MTN. 5.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SUMMIT 5.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SKOOKOLEEL CREEK 5.5 SNOW — — —
NICOLA CREEK 5.0 SNOW — — —
DEADHORSE RIDGE MOOSE LAKE 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ECHO - BROKEN LEG 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KINNIMIKI CREEK 4.4 SNOW — — —
OUSEL PEAK - WEST 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WOUNDED BUCK 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WARMING HUT LOOP 4.2 SNOW — — —
HALLOWAT CREEK 3.8 SNOW — — —
DANNY ON MEMORIAL TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BAPTISTE LOOKOUT 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
POSY CREEK 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EMERY HILL SM 3.6 SNOW — — —
ALPINE 7 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SOUTH FORK HEMLER CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LAKESIDE TO BLACKTAIL 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
KIMMERLY CREEK 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
KRAUSE BASIN 905 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ESSEX CREEK 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BLACKFOOT LAKE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
JAVA MTN. 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PETERSON SIDEHILL 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BERGSICKER CREEK 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SPRUCE LOOKOUT 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RUNAWAY TRAIN 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CANYON SM 2.9 SNOW — — —
DEADHORSE-ELELEHUM 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MORAN CREEK 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BROKEN LEG DIVIDE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MOOSE PEAK 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOWER SOUTH FORK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PETERSON CREEK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OUSEL PEAK 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WHEELER CREEK 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ECHO - BROKEN LEG 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COAL CREEK COAL RIDGE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
STANTON LAKE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SNOWBERRY 2.4 Yes Yes —
PETERSON CREEK 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SWITCHBACK 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HIGHLINE LOOP SM 2.3 SNOW — — —
FREEBIRD 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
KASHMIR 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CHARLIE CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLOSSY CREEK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
EDNA CREEK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MT. AENEAS 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PIONEER RIDGE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CYCLONE LOOKOUT 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FAWN CREEK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARION LAKE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CEDAR RIDGE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CROSSOVER MTN. 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WAVING BEAR 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
JAVA CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BAPTISTE LOOKOUT 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
QUINTONKON CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PETERS RIDGE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TUNNEL CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRATER NOTCH 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOGAN-DIRTYFACE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NOISY CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DANNY ON - LONG WAY 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DORIS CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FAWN CREEK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOGAN-DIRTYFACE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GARRY LOOKOUT 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEADHORSE RIDGE MOOSE LAKE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FOREST CREEK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TOM TOM 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
STRAWBERRY LAKE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KRAUSE BASIN 902 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UPPER LOWER TWIN CREEK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GLACIER VIEW MTN. 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CLAYTON CREEK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SPRUCE CROSSING 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ESTES LAKE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
DORIS RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DU HEIN 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CASCADILLA CREEK 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MT. AENEAS 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KRAUSE BASIN 901 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DICKEY CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TAYLOR CK. SM 1.4 SNOW — — —
DORIS CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TEAKETTLE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GV MTN SPUR 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLOSSY CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ALPINE BIG HAWK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
EMERY HILL SM 1.3 SNOW — — —
ALPINE 7 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIG RIVER 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DORIS RIDGE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRANT RIDGE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SUMMIT HOUSE SM 1.3 SNOW — — —
GLACIER VIEW MTN. 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SKIUMAH CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SHEEP - ELK LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SOUTH FORK HEMLER CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GREAT BEAR CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE-ORV CONNECTOR 1.2 SNOW — — —
VOLTAGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KRAUSE BASIN 903 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DAM LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TURKEY TROT 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STRAWBERRY LAKE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RESCUE CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OUSEL PEAK - WEST 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DEADHORSE RIDGE MOOSE LAKE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PICNIC LAKES 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DICKEY CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COLUMBIA MTN. LOOP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OUSEL PEAK - WEST 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
P-LINE TRAIL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PETERSON CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RESCUE CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOWER TWIN 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COLUMBIA MTN. LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SHEEP - ELK LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FAWN CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JAVA CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOWER TWIN 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CLAYTON CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ECHO - BROKEN LEG 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JAVA MTN. 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SOUTH FORK HEMLER CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ESSEX CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FLOSSY CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CAMP MISERY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BIRCH LAKE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LION LAKE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOGAN-DIRTYFACE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PETERS RIDGE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WALKING W/LARCH UPPER LOOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OUSEL PEAK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GARRY LOOKOUT SPUR 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FLOSSY CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CASCADILLA CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FLOSSY CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TUNNEL CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CLAYTON CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GREAT BEAR CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SMOKY ACCESS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WILDCAT LAKE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SKIUMAH CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SUMMIT HOUSE SM 0.5 SNOW — — —
SHEEP - ELK LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOR FLATS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COAL RIDGE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JEWEL LAKES 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BEAR FOOT 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALDER 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST RIM 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OUSEL PEAK - WEST 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARION LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FOYS CONNECTOR SOUTH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
TWIN LAKES 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WAVING BEAR CONNECTOR 0.3 — — —
COAL RIDGE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MT. AENEAS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TAYLOR CK. SM 0.3 SNOW — — —
MOCCASIN CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOYS CONNECTOR NORTH 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
FAWN CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CRATER NOTCH 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MT. AENEAS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CLASSIC ROCK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
ALPINE 7 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WALKING W/LARCH LOWER LOOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ALPINE 7 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OVERLOOK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OUSEL PEAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GRAVES CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ECHO - BROKEN LEG 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ESSEX CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DAM LOOP NORTH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE BIG HAWK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
IN-THLAM-KEH LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TUNNEL CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CASCADILLA CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TRUMAN CONNECTOR NORTH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FLOWER POINT 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ALPINE 7 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WAVING BEAR STUB 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DAM LOOP SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ECHO - BROKEN LEG 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BEAR FOOT B 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MARION LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARION LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CLAYTON CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OHM 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KRAUSE INTERPRETIVE 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
ECHO - BROKEN LEG 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BLACK LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OVERLOOK SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OUSEL PEAK - WEST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
NOISY CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OUSEL PEAK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ECHO - BROKEN LEG 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DU HEIN SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KRAUSE BASIN 904 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WHITEFISH DIVIDE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CANYON SM 0.0 SNOW — — —
GARRY LOOKOUT SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MARION LAKE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALPINE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KRAUSE BASIN 906 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —

Museums in West Glacier

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COLUMBIA FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9130 9TH AVENUE WEST4068925953
GLACIER NATIONAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION4068887936
MONTANA WILDLIFE TAXIDERMYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3354 N FORK RD4063874468

Farmers Markets in West Glacier

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Columbia Falls Farmers' Market133 13th St E05/15/2017 to 09/18/2017Mon: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in West Glacier

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apgar Village Lodge & Cabins
Belton Chalet
Glacier Bear Retreat
Glacier Guides Lodge
Great Northern Resort
Lake McDonald Lodge
Village Inn At Apgar

Restaurants in West Glacier

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belton Grill
Eddie's Cafe
Glacier Highland
Sunflower Cafe

Cafes in West Glacier

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ice Cream
West Glacier Cafe

Theatres in West Glacier

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apgar Amphitheatre

Train Stations in West Glacier

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

West Glacier

Bus Stations in West Glacier

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apgar Transit Center

Gas Stations in West Glacier

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Conoco
Sinclair

Golf Courses in West Glacier

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glacier Rim

Ski Resorts Near West Glacier

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Whitefish Mountain Resort 91.0 15 2,078 $65 December - April Yes Yes

Cell Towers in West Glacier

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
National Forest Development Road 497 Road (109362)LTOWER20
National Forest Development Road 497 Road (109362)LTOWER20

Fire Stations in West Glacier

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Coram-West Glacier Volunteer Fire Department1090 Belton Stage RDVolunteer406-253-4823
Glacier National Park Fire Department219 Vint BLVDVolunteer406-888-7800

Bridges in West Glacier

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19664395,293F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20172002,372F
CulvertConcrete1972332,372F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19652011,451F
FrameConcrete1935251,230F
SlabConcrete continuous1935591,230F
SlabConcrete continuous1925441,230F
Arch (Deck)Masonry1926221,230F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1962160560F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1964403560F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber196363100F
FrameConcrete193525100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200019375G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19834750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20012850F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20012850F

Amtrak Stations in West Glacier

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
West Glacier, MT12544 US Highway 2 EastTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near West Glacier

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
WEYERHAEUSER NR- COLUMBIA FALLS105 MILLS DRIVEFLATHEAD
WEYERHAEUSER NR- COLUMBIA FALLS105 MILLS DRIVEFLATHEAD
WEYERHAEUSER NR- COLUMBIA FALLS105 MILLS DRIVEFLATHEAD

Airports Near West Glacier

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glacier Park International AirportFCAMedium Airport
Abel Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Ayotte Airport—Small Airport
Babb Airport—Small Airport
Bates Airstrip—Small Airport
Braidwater Farm Airport—Small Airport
Cabin Creek Landing Airport—Small Airport
Candylands Airport—Small Airport
Cardston Airport—Small Airport
Danford Field—Small Airport
Ferndale Airfield—Small Airport
Halfmoon Flats Airport—Small Airport
Hanson Airport—Small Airport
Kalispell City Airport—Small Airport
Lakeside Airport—Small Airport
Langton Airstrip—Small Airport
Lone Hawk Airport—Small Airport
Masonry Field—Small Airport
Meadow Creek USFS Airport—Small Airport
Moose City Airport—Small Airport
North Fork Airport—Small Airport
Rahn Airport—Small Airport
Ryan Field—Small Airport
Sanders Airport—Small Airport
Sands Airport—Small Airport
Schafer USFS Airport—Small Airport
Searight Airport—Small Airport
Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Spotted Bear USFS Airport—Small Airport
Stillwater Airport—Small Airport
Taylor Homestead Airport—Small Airport
Torres Airport—Small Airport
Weaver Airport—Small Airport
Whitefish Airport—Small Airport
Wounded Buck Ranch Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Glacier

What is the population of West Glacier?

West Glacier has a population of 209 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is West Glacier expensive to live in?

West Glacier 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 $87,344, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $565,500 (101% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is West Glacier safe?

West Glacier is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,653 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, West Glacier receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Glacier?

West Glacier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches, with 115.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.

How is the job market in West Glacier?

The job market in West Glacier is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,122. There are 6,994 business establishments in the area, including 450 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 25.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Glacier?

The median home value in West Glacier is $565,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $538,861. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. Fair market rent is $1,076 for a 1-bedroom and $1,336 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.6%. The average annual property tax is $5,362.

How are the schools in West Glacier?

Schools in West Glacier score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 60.9% of adults in West Glacier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 28.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Glacier?

The obesity rate in West Glacier is 33.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 21.5% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 11.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 81.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,085.

What is transportation like in West Glacier?

The average commute in West Glacier is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 55.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Glacier?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Glacier is 89% White, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 9.6% of the population are military veterans. 7.5% of residents have a disability. 92.5% have health insurance coverage.

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