Montana
Big Sky, Bigger Adventures
A Message from the Governor
Governor Gianforte is using his experience as an entrepreneur and job creator to get our economy going, get Montana open for business, create more good-paying Montana jobs.
Greg Gianforte
About Montana
Montana, often referred to as the “Treasure State” and the “Big Sky Country,” is a vast and breathtakingly beautiful state located in the western United States. Known for its rugged landscapes, pristine wilderness areas, and outdoor adventures, Montana offers a true escape into nature’s splendor.
Montana’s landscapes are marked by the majestic Rocky Mountains, vast forests, and expansive plains. Iconic national parks like Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park showcase the state’s natural wonders, including pristine lakes, towering peaks, and geothermal features.
Crimes Overview
Montana’s crime rates show a lower murder rate compared to the national average, while rape and robbery rates are also lower. However, the state faces challenges with assault, vandalism, and theft rates slightly above the national average.
Montana has a lower rate of identity theft, but burglary and motor vehicle theft rates are slightly higher than the national average. Drug offenses are not a significant concern, but weapon law violations require attention, with a rate much lower than the national average.
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Cities of Montana
Baker
Belgrade
Billings
Bozeman
Bridger
Chinook
Colstrip
Columbia Falls
Columbus
Conrad
Cut Bank
Deer Lodge
East Helena
Ennis
Eureka
Fort Benton
Glasgow
Glendive
Great Falls
Havre
Helena
Hot Springs
Kalispell
Laurel
Lewistown
Livingston
Manhattan
Miles City
Missoula
Polson
Red Lodge
Ronan City
Sidney
Stevensville
St. Ignatius
Thompson Falls
Troy
West Yellowstone
Whitefish
Wolf Point
Metropolitan Counties
Carbon
Cascade
Missoula
Stillwater
Yellowstone
Non-Metropolitan Counties
Big Horn
Blaine
Broadwater
Butte-Silver Bow
Carter
Chouteau
Custer
Dawson
Deer Lodge
Fallon
Fergus
Flathead
Gallatin
Garfield
Glacier
Golden Valley
Granite
Hill
Jefferson
Lincoln
Judith Basin
Lake
Liberty
Lewis and Clark
Madison
McCone
Meagher
Mineral
Musselshell
Park
Petroleum
Phillips
Pondera
Powder River
Powell
Prairie
Richland
Roosevelt
Rosebud
Sanders
Sheridan
Sweet Grass
Teton
Toole
Valley
Wheatland
Wibaux