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Boulder vs Circle

Montana Town Comparison

Boulder
The Gateway to the Elkhorns
Circle
Where the Big Sky Begins

A side-by-side comparison to help you decide which Montana community is right for you.

OverviewBoulderCircle
Population1,201560
Elevation4,908 ft2,434 ft
CountyJefferson CountyMcCone County
RegionCentral MontanaEastern Montana
Climate
January Avg High33°F33°F
January Avg Low14°F16°F
July Avg High80°F86°F
July Avg Low50°F63°F
Annual Precipitation17.9"14.3"
Annual Snowfall21.0"11.8"
Housing & Cost of Living (ACS 2019–2023)
Typical Home Value$339,694$226,945
Median Rent$692/mo$545/mo
Median Household Income$61,250$81,250
Access & Education
Nearest AirportHelena (32 mi)Glendive (50 mi)
Zip Code5963259215
School DistrictBoulder Public SchoolsCircle Public Schools
Enrollment~250~140

Outdoor Recreation & Attractions (within 30 mi)

Boulder: 99 sites | Circle: 5 sites

CategoryBoulderCircle
Campground19
📍 Disc Golf4
🐟 Fishing Access9
Golf3
📜 Historic Site11
♨️ Hot Spring3
🏞️ Lake113
🏛️ Museum182
📍 Nature Reserve4
🎣 River1
🌳 State Park5
🥾 Trailhead7
👀 Viewpoint3
💧 Waterfall1
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