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Billings, Montana is the largest city in the state and serves as a major hub for commerce, healthcare, and outdoor recreation. Its population of around 110,000 people enjoys a relatively low cost of living and access to a variety of amenities. However, like any city, Billings also has its share of strengths and weaknesses as a place to live. In this summary, we will take a look at what some users have to say about their experiences living in Billings, as shared on the website BestPlaces.net.

According to user reviews on BestPlaces.net, many people enjoy living in Billings for its beautiful natural surroundings and friendly community. One user, named Melissa, writes, "Billings has a lot to offer. The city is surrounded by gorgeous mountains and the people are very welcoming." Another reviewer, Annie, echoes this sentiment by saying, "I love the sense of community here. People are always willing to lend a helping hand."

However, some reviewers also mention downsides to living in Billings. For example, user John expresses his frustration with the city's lack of diversity, stating, "There isn't much cultural diversity in Billings and it can feel isolating at times." Similarly, user Sarah comments on the high crime rate in certain areas, saying, "Some parts of Billings can feel unsafe, especially at night. It's important to do your research before choosing a neighborhood to live in."

Despite these concerns, many users agree that Billings is still a great place to call home. User Adam sums it up by saying, "Overall, I have enjoyed living in Billings. It offers a good balance of urban amenities and outdoor activities, and the cost of living is reasonable." In conclusion, while there may be some drawbacks to living in Billings, its natural beauty, friendly community, and affordable lifestyle make it a desirable place to live for many individuals and families.

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banana belt - 9/18/2006
Blllings is the banana belt of montana. Good Read More
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Numero Uno so far - 9/17/2006
I spent 4 days in Billings a couple years ago, which doesn't make me an expert on the place, but I really enjoyed the visit. I found the city to be "comfortable" and the people with whom I interacted were wonderful - very friendly and outgoing. Of course, I dealt primarily with retail clerks, waitresses, etc., and not "neighbors", and I wasn't looking for employment so my experience is rather stilted. I guess my only bug would be it isolation. We often hear of "cabin fever" particularly in relation to living in a place like Hawaii. But my wife, who shares my overall opinion of Billings, really felt isolated. Face it, the next "big" town is Bozeman, 137 miles away. I've visited many wonderful cities, and for me, Billings is Numero Uno. I could move there without much Read More

Relatively conservative - 9/1/2006
Billings has a relatively conservative religious community. However, it also has some religious Read More

Relocating - 4/3/2006
My husband, cats, and I are thinking about relocating to Billings, MT.
Can somebody tell me about the job situation there?Read More

Beautiful Billings - 11/7/2005
Billings is unique geographically, economically, and culturally. The weather is very mild! There is sunshine 340 days a year and over 200 of those are completely cloudless. There are 4 seasons but winter is mild. Snow comes in, soaks in the ground and leaves very little behind for a short time. 4 weeks later it will do the same thing. Its not uncommon to get a few 60 degree days in January and February even if the temps were below zero 2 weeks earlier. The Rocky Mountains define our southern & western skyline -- that's where the winter snow falls and stays. Within an hour anytime of year there is skiing, hiking, camping, touring, and fishing. So easy to get to.

The people are genuine and friendly and about half are from somewhere else. Politically we tend to be conservative but because of our fiercely independent natures and value of an individuals character, Billingsites are very accepting of every religion, nationality, and race. People of Billings are known Read More

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