Montana’s Top 5 Safest Towns For 2025

Living in Montana certainly has its perks. There are the breathtaking sunsets, majestic mountains, and fields of gold, not to mention the clear-water lakes, abundant rivers, and streams that cross the state.

While Montana has many nicknames, my favorite's always been "the last best place".

While some may disagree, Montana is one of the least populated states in the country, which would lead one to think that Montana is a pretty safe place to live. Oh sure, there are bears, moose, and other wildlife that can do a number on you, but as far as towns go, most Montanans live in peace.

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For those wondering which towns in Montana are the safest, a new study recently revealed the Top 5 Safest Towns in Montana. According to a study by Safewise, 56 percent of Montanans feel safe living in Big Sky Country, while that might seem a little low, keep in mind that the national average is 48 percent.

So, what factors determine which towns are the safest? Before we reveal the factors that go into the ranking, let's look at the most dangerous towns in Montana.

Which towns in Montana are the safest?

When determining which Montana towns were the safest, the following factors were used:

• Property Crime
• Violent Crime
• Natural Disasters

For many, property theft is a big deal. According to the numbers, property theft is on the rise here in The Treasure State. Property theft includes packages being stolen from mailboxes and porches, and according to the data, that has increased in the last year across the state.

Violent crime is another concern among Montanans and in certain parts of the state, proving to be a real issue. The numbers show that concern for violent crime rose from 38 percent to 52 percent across Montana.

Finally, natural disasters. Things like blizzards, earthquakes, and other non-manmade disasters play a big part in determining how safe Montanans feel. To see the 5 Safest Towns in Montana, continue below: