Is Missoula, Montana A Good Place To Live?

For those of us who suffer from things like anxiety and stress, it can be debilitating.

Things like panic attacks can ruin your day, and when you mix that in with a high-stress job or community, it can be a recipe for disaster. So, for those who are looking to de-stress, there are several different options. There is yoga, medication, therapy, or you could just decide to pack up all of your stuff and move to Montana.

5 Things To Know When Moving To Montana

Montana is known by a few nicknames. Big Sky Country. The Treasure State. The Last Best Place. We're also known for our beautiful mountains, lakes, and rivers. As well as our many outdoor activities. Millions of people visit Montana each year, and for many of them, the idea of living here is very appealing. However, before you decide to pack up and become a "Montanan," there are some things you need to be aware of.

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What's the most stress-free city in Montana?

Our friends over at WalletHub have released their list of the Most and Least Stressed Cities in America, and when it comes to the least stressed towns, one Montana city scored very high.

WalletHub looked at 182 cities using the following factors to determine the stress level of each city:

Work Stress
Finacial Stress
Family Stress
Health And Safety Stress

According to the data, Missoula, Montana, ranks as one of the least stressed cities in the nation. Missoula is ranked 168th out of 182 for most stressed. What does that mean? Well, it means that Missoula is pretty chill. Although that won't come as a huge surprise to many Montanans.

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Missoula has long been known for its "eclectic and hippie" vibe. A quick look around and you'll see a ton of folks wearing wool socks and Birkenstocks and driving Subarus to all of the natural food stores or gathering in the park to meditate in unison, I mean, how can that be stressful?

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So, if you're looking to slow down a bit and maybe take it easy, Montana has a town for that.

Top 10 Richest Neighborhoods In Montana

As Montana continues to grow in population, the real estate prices continue to rise. While some parts of the state might still be a bargain, much of Montana is overpriced compared to what many locals can afford. Now, Money Inc. has come out with the richest neighborhoods in Montana, and we have the Top 10 below.

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Montana's Top 5 Towns To Call Home

They say "Home is where your heart is", and if your heart is in Big Sky Country, there's a little bit of something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a bigger city feel or a small town, you can find it here in Montana.

So, which Montana towns are the best places to call home? According to one source, 5 towns make the list, and you can find all 5 below.

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Montana's Rudest Towns

When it comes to rudeness, which towns in Montana are ranked near the top? According to one social media site, these are the 8 rudest towns in Big Sky Country. Agree or disagree?

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