Montana’s Most Dangerous Town Revealed

When you think of Montana and its danger, it's normally something that has to do with bears or other wildlife.

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Typically, you might not associate Montana with a high crime rate, however, one Montana city not only has one of the highest crime rates in the state, but the nation as well. According to data, cities and towns like Wolf Point and Great Falls make the list of "high crime" areas, but when it comes to the most "dangerous" city in Montana, there can only be one.

While many factors go into determining which city has the highest crime rate, one of the biggest is the size of the town.

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Before we reveal which Montana city is the most dangerous, let's take a look at the best Montana towns to raise a family.

Which Montana town is the most dangerous?

For many, it won't come as a surprise to know that the most dangerous city in Montana is Billings. In its defense, it's also the most populated city in the state.

With a crime rate of 52 per 1000 residents, Billings has one of the highest crime rates in the nation. However, for those looking to move to the "Magic City", there are some neighborhoods that are safer than others.

According to Neighborhood Scout, the following areas are some of the safest in Billings:

• West Shiloh
• Lockwood East
• Baseline/Hesper
• Broadview/Acton
• Blue Creek
• Heights

You can check out the complete list of the most dangerous towns in Montana below.