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What BestPlaces Users Say about Billings
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.
based on 25 ReviewsGet to know Billings with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Billings
Rising star… - 12/15/2023
I would give this place four stars, but decided to give it five because it’s been so underrated. The five stars is contingent upon the city following through with its commitment to adding 1000 units of multi family housing to downtown. So far two large multi-use (residences, office, and retail) projects have been approved; one is a mid rise of luxury “flats” and the other is a 12-story tower “for working people”. Not quite “affordable housing” but also intended to relieve the crunch of reasonably priced, modern urban living. In 2018 a very large development that would have been the tallest building failed to get the support of the city council. Now that average rents have reached or surpassed those of cities like Portland, they won’t make that mistake again. The downtown is full of life and one of the most desirable areas. This gives Billings an advantage at a time when most downtowns in midsized to large cities are struggling due the pandemic promoting suburban flight.
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One person's perspective - 7/1/2023
A few people make a living in Billings, most people only make an existents. As for the crime rate, it depends on your point of view. If you compare Billings crime rate to its own history, it is high and increasing. If you compare Billings to big metropolitan areas (,unfair comparison,) that have multiples of the national crime rate, Billings looks rather tame. However, the crime rate is on the rise. What I think is going on is outsiders who have been desensitized to crime, are moving in and committing crime, encouraging crime, and/or falsely accursing the locals of crime.
It is important for the sake of everyone's peace, that outsiders divorce the mind set of their previous location and assimilate into the Montana mind set. We Montanans prefer civil discourse when differences of opinion collide. This discourse takes place out of court with no need of lawyers. Just mind your manners and speak respectfully with each other to come to a win/win arrangement is what is
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The last worst place - 9/24/2021
If you enjoy sub zero temperatures in Winter and 100 plus degrees in the Summer. You will love Billings. Snow plowing is almost non existent, so good luck driving for 5 months out of the year. ( about the length of Winter) Low wages, high housing costs, and high crime rate. Do not
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Too cold - 4/13/2019
It's cold up here. Brrr. Also it's not like Western MT, few have moved here from elsewhere, it's terrible. Must be something wrong. I suggest you stay where you are and look elsewhere. Thank you.
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Hey, Billings! This is NOT California! Wake up! - 3/29/2019
The housing market here is a JOKE! Higher per square foot than comparable locations in CA, but quality is MUCH less. Job market here is a JOKE as well. Yea, no sales tax. Great. But...income and property taxes are as high or higher than in CA, and government regulations (air, water, etc) are worse than CA! No wonder national or international food companies set up shop in Idaho or neighboring states. Montana is a state that needs employers, but those outside the oil and gas industries are cheap, and employers already there now would actually be better off moving operations to other states -- including CA!
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Water Quality - 6/28/2015
My husband and I are considering Molt, MT as a possible new home. We see that the water quality is quite poor. Why so? Can you provide some detail.
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why is the air soooo bad in Billings? - 5/24/2014
In looking at the air quality on here for Billings, I was quite surprised to see that the air quality was so bad. My father was looking at retiring there and thought it would good for his asthma but it doesn't look like it. Being by the mountains, I thought it would be a lot better than
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Housing - 6/15/2011
The cost of housing is over priced, considering the climate and
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Quality of Life - 1/18/2011
Quality of life is pretty high. Housing isn't too expensive (median house value $200,000), and there are lots of parks and recreation opportunities in the area. Ready access to healthcare, great educational opportunities, and plenty of work opportunities. Billings is a growing community, so there is a lot of room for new
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Billing is a pretty good place - 12/18/2010
We lived there for two years and enjoyed it for the most part. My wife took a very good and high paying job at St Vincents running the business office.
She made a 6 figure salary which is a king's paycheck in Billings. I worked as a chemist making perhaps 2/3 of what I was used to in CO. Unfortunately her job was outsourced to a company in Texas which took over the revenue cycle duties (which has been a disaster we have been told) so we moved back to CO. Too bad, because we had just bought a great house in the wonderful Alkali Creek area. (fortunately we were able to sell the house in just a couple of months)
Pros:Extremely Laid back,Friendly, very good farmers market,good skiing at nearby Red Lodge, awesome hiking and fishing in the Beartooth Range,easy to fly in and out of, a few good restaurants (downtown). Cheap Allegiant Flights to Phoenix and Vegas (was 80.00 RT a couple of years ago)
Cons:the greenbelt trail is very fragmented. The city
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