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Grass Range vs Red Lodge

Montana Town Comparison

Grass Range
The Little Town with a Big Heart
Red Lodge
Montana's Beartooth City

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

OverviewGrass RangeRed Lodge
Population1252,399
Elevation3,484 ft5,568 ft
CountyFergus CountyCarbon County
RegionCentral MontanaCentral Montana
Climate
January Avg High39°F31°F
January Avg Low22°F17°F
July Avg High85°F80°F
July Avg Low62°F55°F
Annual Precipitation17.6"16.2"
Annual Snowfall16.0"18.0"
Housing & Cost of Living (ACS 2019–2023)
Typical Home Value$310,165$490,019
Median Rent$900/mo$805/mo
Median Household Income$43,857
Access & Education
Nearest AirportBillings (102 mi)Billings (66 mi)
Zip Code5903259068
School DistrictGrass Range Public SchoolsRed Lodge Public Schools
Enrollment~50~400

Outdoor Recreation & Attractions (within 30 mi)

Grass Range: 13 sites | Red Lodge: 214 sites

CategoryGrass RangeRed Lodge
Campground111
🐟 Fishing Access427
Golf2
🏞️ Lake2149
🏛️ Museum12
🌲 National Forest1
📍 Nature Reserve31
🛣️ Scenic Drive1
⛷️ Ski Area1
🌳 State Park2
🥾 Trailhead12
👀 Viewpoint1
💧 Waterfall5
🏕️ Wilderness1
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