Hays, MT is a small town located in south-central Montana. It has a population of 541 according to the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau estimates. Despite its small size, Hays has achieved high rankings on various bestplaces lists. Most notably, it was ranked number one in the state for Cost of Living by BestPlaces in 2021 and received an overall grade of A+ for its livability factors, which include amenities, cost of living, crime rates and more. Hays also scored well on the Crime & Safety Rankings by Neighborhood Scout with a score of 27 out of 100, indicating that it is safer than 27% of all cities in the United States. Additionally, according to Homefacts, Hays had virtually no violent crimes reported in 2019. These rankings demonstrate that Hays is an ideal place to live for those looking for an affordable and safe location as well as many amenities.
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