There’s something for everyone in Montana. Whether your prefer your small hometown of 500 people or the excitement of a bigger community, you’ll find it here. It seems that we’re even home to America’s best city. The New York Post recently ranked Bozeman first of their list of the best places to live in the U.S.
So what did they love about Bozeman that warranted such an honor? Quite a few things, of course.
Bozeman is paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.
Eric Gross / Flickr From the Rocky Mountains to the Yellowstone River and the nearby Hyalite Canyon (pictured here), this city will make you want to go outside.
Bozeman sees an average of 300 sunny days every year.
Dan Nguyen / Flickr It might not seem that way in the dead of winter, but it’s true.
Downtown Bozeman has all the charm of a small town, but it’s culturally vibrant like a big city.
Tim Evanson / Flickr
Montana State University is there…
Tim Evanson / Flickr
… and so is the Museum of the Rockies.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Flickr
Did we mention Bozeman has a great dining scene and an enjoyable nightlife?
Beth E. / Yelp This is Plonk, where you can enjoy small plates and wine.
Montana’s job market rarely makes headlines, but Bozeman’s is doing quite well.
J. Stephen Conn / Flickr The city has a strong tech industry. On average, jobs with high-tech companies pay almost twice the median salary for Montana workers.
Plus, it’s just plain beautiful.
Keith Ewing / Flickr Montana is a gorgeous state, and Bozeman is in a very visually stunning area.
Bozeman is beautiful, there’s no doubt about that. But whether or not you agree that it’s the best city in America, you must admit that we live in the best state.
Eric Gross / Flickr
From the Rocky Mountains to the Yellowstone River and the nearby Hyalite Canyon (pictured here), this city will make you want to go outside.
Dan Nguyen / Flickr
It might not seem that way in the dead of winter, but it’s true.
Tim Evanson / Flickr
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Flickr
Beth E. / Yelp
This is Plonk, where you can enjoy small plates and wine.
J. Stephen Conn / Flickr
The city has a strong tech industry. On average, jobs with high-tech companies pay almost twice the median salary for Montana workers.
Keith Ewing / Flickr
Montana is a gorgeous state, and Bozeman is in a very visually stunning area.
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