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Ismay vs Three Forks

Montana Town Comparison

Ismay
The Smallest Town with the Biggest Heart
Three Forks
The Headwaters City

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

OverviewIsmayThree Forks
Population11,989
Elevation2,523 ft4,075 ft
CountyCuster CountyGallatin County
RegionEastern MontanaCentral Montana
Climate
January Avg High34°F37°F
January Avg Low17°F20°F
July Avg High86°F85°F
July Avg Low63°F57°F
Annual Precipitation15.7"18.1"
Annual Snowfall12.6"18.7"
Housing & Cost of Living (ACS 2019–2023)
Typical Home Value$535,753
Median Rent$1,263/mo
Median Household Income$80,394
Access & Education
Nearest AirportGlendive (53 mi)Bozeman (25 mi)
Zip Code5933659752
School DistrictIsmay Public SchoolsThree Forks Public Schools
Enrollment~10~500

Outdoor Recreation & Attractions (within 30 mi)

Ismay: 5 sites | Three Forks: 92 sites

CategoryIsmayThree Forks
🚣 Boat Launch1
Campground6
📍 Disc Golf1
🐟 Fishing Access326
Golf5
📜 Historic Site1
♨️ Hot Spring4
🏞️ Lake13
🏛️ Museum110
📍 Nature Reserve2
🎣 River1
🌳 State Park16
🥾 Trailhead14
👀 Viewpoint2
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