Montana’s
Top Cities for Fit Lifestyles
2020
Montana is the fourth largest state in the country and includes almost 30 million acres of public lands for exploration and adventure. Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park, and 40 other parklands welcome everything from camping, fishing, horseback riding, cycling, and more. Montana is one of eight Mountain States and is home to around 100 mountain ranges meant for experiencing firsthand. Over 12 million tourists flock to the state’s natural wonders and increase the active culture present in the state.
Interesting things to know about Montana:
- Montana is home to seven state forests and 53 state parks.
- The Yellowstone River is the longest free-flowing river in the continental UNited States.
- Montana is the only state to have a border with three Canadian provinces.
The percentage of adults who report excessive drinking. Heavy drinking is linked to higher blood pressure, poorer liver function, increased stroke risk and larger waistlines.
The percentage of adults who report lack of physical activity.
The percentage of adults who report a BMI — or body mass index — above 30%. Higher BMI may be an indicator of greater risk to physical health.
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Anaconda, MT
9,131
730
250
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2.59
190
12
3.9
No
180
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Lewistown, MT
5,818 720 210 110 270 1.68 160 11 3.5 No 190 11
Whitefish, MT
7,870 820 190 40 220 3.12 170 11 3.4 No 210 11
Evergreen, MT
7,552 820 190 40 220 3.12 170 11 3.4 No 210 11
Kalispell, MT
23,938 820 190 40 220 3.12 170 11 3.4 No 210 11
Columbia Falls, MT
5,575 820 190 40 220 3.12 170 11 3.4 No 210 11
Helena Valley West Central, MT
8,622 780 170 60 240 2.14 150 9 3 Yes 220 10
Helena, MT
32,315 780 170 60 240 2.14 150 9 3 Yes 220 10
Polson, MT
5,018 540 210 30 290 3.08 190 14 4.5 No 190 14
Great Falls, MT
58,701 830 210 90 270 2.03 180 11 3.7 Yes 210 11
Helena Valley Southeast, MT
7,517 780 170 60 240 2.14 150 9 3 Yes 220 10
Livingston, MT
7,784 600 230 110 260 1.89 150 10 3.3 Yes 200 10
Belgrade, MT
8,993 810 120 30 160 2.49 150 9 3 No 240 10
Billings, MT
109,550 840 210 70 270 2.21 160 10 3.4 Yes 220 11
Lockwood, MT
7,503 840 210 70 270 2.21 160 10 3.4 Yes 220 11
Bozeman, MT
48,532 810 120 30 160 2.49 150 9 3 No 240 10
Laurel, MT
6,766 840 210 70 270 2.21 160 10 3.4 Yes 220 11
Miles City, MT
8,393 720 260 200 300 2 170 10 3.1 No 210 10
Butte, MT
34,993 630 210 40 260 2.8 180 11 3.7 No 220 11
Havre, MT
9,715 770 250 190 360 2.14 200 12 4 No 210 13
Orchard Homes, MT
5,588 930 150 70 230 3.01 180 11 3.7 Yes 260 11
Sidney, MT
6,246 500 270 90 300 2.17 170 9 3.1 No 240 10
Missoula, MT
74,428 930 150 70 230 3.01 180 11 3.7 Yes 260 11How Did We Determine the Top Cities for Fit Lifestyles?
We compiled our list of Best Cities for for Fit Lifestyle by looking at 11 key metrics backed by scientific research. Keep reading to find out which metrics we chose and how they affect slumber.
