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What is the ethnicity of Billings Montana? ›

The 5 largest ethnic groups in Billings, MT are White (Non-Hispanic) (85.2%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (3.72%), American Indian & Alaska Native (Non-Hispanic) (3.28%), White (Hispanic) (2.97%), and Two+ (Hispanic) (1.41%).

The per capita income in Billings in 2022 was $40,679, which is wealthy relative to Montana, and upper middle income relative to the rest of the US.

Pro: A robust economy with affordable living

Billings distinguishes itself with a strong economy and low housing costs. As a leader in several key industries — including energy, agriculture, healthcare, and education — Billings boasts a vibrant job market with a meager unemployment rate of just 1.7%.

With one of the largest trade areas in the United States, Billings is the trade and distribution center for much of Montana east of the Continental Divide, Northern Wyoming, and western portions of North Dakota and South Dakota. Billings is also the largest retail destination for much of the same area.

In Montana in 2022, 4.5% of the total population was Hispanic, 85.3% were White, 0.6% were Black, 5.9% were American Indian/Alaska Native and 1.1% were Asian/Pacific Islander.

BILLINGS - Our cities share the same name. Although we're 1,200 miles apart, Billings, Montana, and Billings, Missouri have a strong historical connection. Both were named after the famous railroad baron, lawyer, and conservationist Frederick H. Billings.

In Montana, Missoula is home to more billionaires than any other city. A total of two billionaires live in Missoula with a combined net worth of $8.3 billion. Of Missoula residents with a minimum 10-figure net worth, Dennis Washington is the wealthiest, worth an estimated $6.3 billion.

There are 8 neighborhoods in Billings. North Central Billings has a median listing home price of $424.9K, making it the most expensive neighborhood. South Side is the most affordable neighborhood, with a median listing home price of $186K.

Average Salary in Billings, MT. $45,108 is the 25th percentile. Salaries below this are outliers. $77,803 is the 75th percentile.

Between 2007 and 2023, homelessness increased by 89 percent in the Treasure State. That's the second-highest spike in the nation. The point-in-time count shows how many people in Billings may be homeless. Last year, volunteers counted 598.

Is crime high in Billings MT? ›

With a crime rate of 52 per one thousand residents, Billings has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 19.

Billings was nicknamed the "Magic City" because of its rapid growth from its founding as a railroad town in March 1882.

3. Community. At the heart of Billings, Montana, thrives a vibrant community defined by the warmth and friendliness of its residents.

Some definitions are more or less inclusive than others, ranging from the most inclusive, which would include the entire part of the state east of the Continental Divide, to the least inclusive, which places the beginning of "eastern" Montana roughly at or even east of Billings, Montana.

It's not that Billings is “cliquish,” it's just that people conform to where they are comfortable. The people are kind and hospitable and you can definitely find a social group to be a part of. Just know that a lot of the population has tight knit social circles.

The 5 largest ethnic groups in Bozeman, MT are White (Non-Hispanic) (86.8%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (3.69%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (2.35%), Two+ (Hispanic) (1.91%), and White (Hispanic) (1.78%).