Retiring in Bozeman, Montana
Overview
Gateway to Yellowstone with a college-town energy and serious fly-fishing.
Home Price
Homes in Bozeman typically range from $531k to $955k.
Source: Zillow Home Value Index. Estimates only — verify current pricing before making decisions.
Cost of Living
Bozeman's cost of living index is 99.0 compared to a U.S. national average of 100.
Climate
Average summer highs around 77°F and winter daytime temperatures around 32°F, with med humidity and a “Four seasons” seasonal pattern.
Geography & Landscape
Healthcare
Healthcare access and quality index: 73/100 (HomeAfterWork healthcare index — County Health Rankings + CMS Care Compare, local-adjusted from the U.S. national baseline).
Safety & Stability
Bozeman scores a safety index of 63.8/100 and a political stability score of 6.4/10, based on sourced crime and stability data.
Airport Access
About 17 minutes to the nearest major airport we could confirm.
Lifestyle & Activities
Outdoor activities:
- Fishing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Mountain biking
- Tennis / racquet sports
- Gardening
- Nature / bird watching
Culture & lifestyle:
- Breweries / wineries
- Farmers markets
- Shopping
Things to Consider
- Cold winters
- Rapidly rising home prices
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