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Harlem vs Kalispell

Montana Town Comparison

Harlem
The Heart of Blaine County
Kalispell
The Gateway to Glacier Country

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

OverviewHarlemKalispell
Population82229,886
Elevation2,372 ft2,959 ft
CountyBlaine CountyFlathead County
RegionCentral MontanaWestern Montana
Climate
January Avg High34°F34°F
January Avg Low16°F21°F
July Avg High85°F81°F
July Avg Low59°F55°F
Annual Precipitation13.3"21.4"
Annual Snowfall11.8"16.6"
Housing & Cost of Living (ACS 2019–2023)
Typical Home Value$149,732$538,312
Typical Rent$770/mo$1,950/mo
Median Household Income$74,545$61,590
Access & Education
Nearest AirportHavre (54 mi)Kalispell (10 mi)
Zip Code5952659901
School DistrictHarlem Public SchoolsKalispell Public Schools
Enrollment~300~4,200

Outdoor Recreation & Attractions (within 30 mi)

Harlem: 12 sites | Kalispell: 186 sites

CategoryHarlemKalispell
🚣 Boat Launch4
Campground128
📍 Disc Golf4
🐟 Fishing Access128
Golf17
📜 Historic Site16
🏞️ Lake227
🏛️ Museum28
🌲 National Forest1
🏔️ National Park1
📍 Nature Reserve38
🎣 River1
⛷️ Ski Area19
🌳 State Park15
🥾 Trailhead26
👀 Viewpoint2
💧 Waterfall1
🦅 Wildlife Refuge1
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