What are the schools like in East Missoula, MT?

School district data for East Missoula is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in East Missoula?

The median household income in East Missoula, MT is $58,991 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.0%.

What is the weather like in East Missoula, MT?

East Missoula has an average high temperature of 34.1°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 50.2 inches.

East Missoula, MT Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is East Missoula, MT affordable or expensive?

East Missoula's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means East Missoula is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $278,200 and the median rent is $1,108 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in East Missoula, MT?

East Missoula has a violent crime rate of 500.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2703.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is East Missoula, MT a Good Place to Live?

East Missoula is a small town of 2,105 in Montana, with a median household income of $58,991 and a 7.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: East Missoula stands out for an affordable cost of living, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether East Missoula is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All East Missoula city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.1

East Missoula's overall cost of living index is 93.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in East Missoula costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	East Missoula, MT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$278,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,108	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,991	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

East Missoula's violent crime rate is 500.8 per 100,000 residents — 32% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

500.8 /100k

Property Crime

2703.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	East Missoula, MT	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

East Missoula sees average highs of 34.1°F in January and 85.1°F in July, with 17.4 inches of annual precipitation and 50.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	East Missoula, MT
Average High — January	34.1°F
Average High — July	85.1°F
Annual Precipitation	17.4"
Annual Snowfall	50.2"

Demographics

Metric	East Missoula, MT	National Avg
Population	2,105	—
Median Age	41.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	14.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bonner-West Riverside, MT 3 mi Missoula, MT 4 mi Piltzville, MT 5 mi Orchard Homes, MT 6 mi Turah, MT 6 mi

East Missoula vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Missoula, MT affordable or expensive?

East Missoula's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes East Missoula roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $278,200 and median rent is $1,108/month.

What is the crime rate in East Missoula, MT?

East Missoula's violent crime rate is 500.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2703.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in East Missoula?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is East Missoula, MT a good place to live?

East Missoula, MT has a population of 2,105, a median household income of $58,991, and an unemployment rate of 7.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in East Missoula?

East Missoula averages 34.1°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 17.4 inches with about 50.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of East Missoula?

The population of East Missoula, Montana is 2,105 with a median age of 41.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in East Missoula?

Key numbers for living in East Missoula: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $278,200, median household income $58,991, crime index 131 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare East Missoula side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.