What BestPlaces Users Say about Missoula
As the second largest city in Montana, Missoula has often been described as a charming, small town with a lively and vibrant community. It is known for its stunning natural landscapes, affordable cost of living, and thriving art and cultural scene. To further understand the living experience in Missoula, I have summarized various user reviews from BestPlaces.net, a popular platform for sharing opinions about different cities. These reviews offer personal insights and perspectives on what it's like to live in Missoula, providing a comprehensive view of the city's positives and negatives.
One reviewer, named Olivia, praises the city's natural beauty, stating, "Missoula is surrounded by mountains and rivers, making it a perfect place for outdoor enthusiasts." Another user, named Mark, shares a similar sentiment, mentioning, "The scenery is breathtaking, and there are endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities." These reviews highlight the city's appeal for nature lovers and its abundance of outdoor recreational options.
However, not all reviews are entirely positive. Emily, a resident of Missoula, mentions the high cost of living as a significant drawback, saying, "The housing prices are on the rise, and it can be difficult to find affordable options." Another reviewer, named Patrick, raises concerns about the job market, sharing, "Finding a job in Missoula can be challenging, and the pay is often lower compared to other cities." These reviews offer a balanced view of the city, highlighting potential challenges that residents may face.
Overall, user reviews on BestPlaces.net paint a picture of a picturesque and lively city with a strong sense of community and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. However, the high cost of living and limited job market are some potential downsides to consider before moving to Missoula.
based on 48 ReviewsGet to know Missoula with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Missoula
denial is not just a egyptian river - 3/27/2007
Miisoula is a disgusting city for everyone who is not a student. there is so much job competeion that employers tend to practice harrassment and the homeless are harrassed by the people supposed to help them. I have been here for 3 yrs and its the most unfriendly place in the northwest i have
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Great College Town - 1/17/2007
Missoula is a very fun town. The people here are some of the friendliest I have met in any of the larger "cities" of Montana. They have a great deal of pride in their university, you see Grizz stuff everywhere, even on Wendy's employees. The downtown area is nice and clean. I don't know what the crime rate is but I feel pretty safe wandering around downtown. Great nightlife. You are also about an hour and a half (give or take) from Flathead Lake, one of the largest lakes in the western US. The only drawback to Missoula is the cost of living. Housing is expensive and there are not many high-paying jobs. Many people describe the town as liberal, but if you are like me you can ignore politics. The traffic can be bad at times but the people seem to know how to drive for the most
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It used to be GREAT, now... - 1/14/2007
This used to be a great place to live, but my how it's grown. Growth wasn't properly managed so the roads and infrastructures are grossly inadequate. Just getting around town anymore is a joke and what the heck has happened to the cost of homes? We've been looking around and it appears to be cheaper to buy a home in California, what's wrong with that picture? The jobs here are mainly minimum wage and even professional occupations pay way below the national averages... why??? I guess that's the price you have to pay to live in Montana. It sounds great, but it's not that way anymore. The fishing has gone downhill to the point that I don't even fish anymore. The winters are long and brutal, often colder than Alaska during the winter months, and it can snow any time of year. We have a family video of the 4th of July and it's SNOWING, not a little either, the temperature that day was 32 degrees. So dress warm and always be prepared! If you're thinking of moving here and living outside of
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Missoula is nice..... - 10/13/2006
I lived in Missoula for 3 years and attended the university there. It is a beautiful place to live. People there really take pride in being native to the state. It is difficult to find employment, which is why I moved after graduation. The winter is also extremely long. It has snowed in June!! If you are considering Missoula be ready for long cold winters. It would be a wonderful place to have a summer getaway. The school also really really loves the football team, it drove me
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people come here with stars in their eyes, but.... - 9/5/2006
... low wages, high cost of housing, traffic gets worse every year, lots of pollution. environmentally it is not healthy and there is no way it is "pristine" as another person wrote here. 25 years ago it was even more polluted. missoula was originally a mill town. like los angeles, the town is in a valley that has temperature inversions, and the air gets quite unhealthy. it's downstream from the country's largest SuperFund site and there are heavy metals in the water. the culture is a mix: hippies and yahoos, arch conservatives and socialists. local politics can get interesting. growth and how it will be managed is a huge issue here, and the community can never seem to stick to its growth plan. like most places, real estate developers are the ones who really run things. we've been here a long time, and i'm on this site looking for some place else to live. it's great if you are a college student living off a trust fund, but if you live in the real world and have to make a
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Missoula, Montana - 4/23/2006
For those wanting to live in a pristine place that still has a lot old fashion values, I highly recommend Missoula, Montana. Missoula is located in Western Montana - in the Northern Rockies. It's a Disneyland for adults that like the outdoors: hunting, fishing, skiing - virtually all outdoor activities. It's also the home of the University of Montana, and offers all the features of a college
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a great place to raise a family - 3/12/2006
Missoula is a friendly colledge town they have many fun festivals to atend. It does get a bit cold in the winter, but spring and summer are great. I think the colledge is what makes the community a great place to live. Lots of international students to get to know, and each year they put on a international festival with food booths from around the world. The mountains are great to look at and there is lots of hiking and fishing if you enjoy those things. Just visit once and you will love it and want to stay
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Starbucks - 10/16/2005
There are six Starbucks in Missoula now....3 independent stores and 3 associated with Barnes & Noble as well as Albertsons....just an
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