One thing is for sure, this isn't your Grandparent's Montana.

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Over the last few years, The Last Best Place has become a little more crowded. During the pandemic, tens of thousands of folks left their states to come and live in Montana. Some of those are full-time residents, while others are part-time. Either way, it's been a hot topic for locals from one end of the state to the other.

While portions of Montana have been left unaffected, areas in the western part of the state have seen large increases in population. Places like Bozeman, Missoula, and Kalispell continue to grow, and now the towns around them are growing too.

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There is some debate on which town is growing the fastest in Montana, and according to one source, their top pick for the fastest-growing town might leave you a bit surprised.

Before we reveal the fastest-growing town in Montana, here are some towns to avoid in The Treasure State.

5 Montana Towns You Should Avoid Moving To

Thinking of making your way to Big Sky Country? Before you decide to list the house for sale and schedule a moving service, here's a list of towns you might want to avoid if you plan on moving to Montana.

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Which Montana town is the fastest growing in the state?

According to U$Culture took a look at the fastest growing towns in each state, when it comes to Montana, which town do you think it would be? The data suggests it's the town of Belgrade.

Belgrade has significantly increased its population over the last few years due to the popularity of Bozeman. With Bozeman real estate prices skyrocketing, many folks started calling Belgrade home. While many in the area aren't fond of the growth, residential construction has taken off and the town is beginning to see more businesses.

How long before Belgrade becomes part of Bozeman?

While it may only be a matter of time, the truth is there is a pretty big distinction between the two towns both socially and politically, however, as people continue to move to the area, the distance between the towns becomes less.

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Now with the addition of the Amazon distribution center and more retail construction taking place, there is no reason to think that the growth of Belgrade will slow down anytime soon. Though the growth of the town might not be popular with many locals, it seems to be unavoidable.

Montana's 7 Most Charming Small Towns

Looking for small-town charm? You certainly don't have to look far in Montana. No matter which part of the state you're in, there's a charming small town near you. But which of these small towns are the most charming? We take a look at 7 Montana towns that make the list.

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If These Montana Towns Were Dogs, What Breed Would They Be?

Montana leads the nation when it comes to dogs, but what dogs best represent Montana? Here in The Treasure State, we use dogs to herd, hunt, hike, or just hang out. Here's a look at some popular Montana towns and what breed they would be if they were dogs.

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