A side-by-side comparison to help you decide which Montana community is right for you.
| Overview | Neihart | Belgrade |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 39 | 12,509 |
| Elevation | 5,705 ft | 4,462 ft |
| County | Cascade County | Gallatin County |
| Region | Central Montana | Central Montana |
| Climate | ||
| January Avg High | 30°F | 36°F |
| January Avg Low | 17°F | 18°F |
| July Avg High | 75°F | 84°F |
| July Avg Low | 52°F | 54°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.4" | 21.3" |
| Annual Snowfall | 49.5" | 21.1" |
| Housing & Cost of Living (ACS 2019–2023) | ||
| Typical Home Value | $247,657 | $536,633 |
| Typical Rent | — | $2,111/mo |
| Median Household Income | — | $88,896 |
| Access & Education | ||
| Nearest Airport | Great Falls (58 mi) | Bozeman (5 mi) |
| Zip Code | 59465 | 59714 |
| School District | Neihart Public Schools | Belgrade Public Schools |
| Enrollment | ~10 | ~3,800 |
Outdoor Recreation & Attractions (within 30 mi)
Neihart: 24 sites | Belgrade: 104 sites
| Category | Neihart | Belgrade |
|---|---|---|
| 🚣 Boat Launch | 1 | 1 |
| ⛺ Campground | 9 | 9 |
| 📍 Disc Golf | — | 1 |
| 🐟 Fishing Access | — | 21 |
| ⛳ Golf | 1 | 5 |
| 📜 Historic Site | — | 1 |
| ♨️ Hot Spring | 1 | 2 |
| 🏞️ Lake | 2 | 15 |
| 🏛️ Museum | 1 | 8 |
| 🌲 National Forest | — | 1 |
| 📍 Nature Reserve | 3 | 1 |
| 🎣 River | 1 | 1 |
| 🛣️ Scenic Drive | 1 | — |
| ⛷️ Ski Area | 1 | 1 |
| 🌳 State Park | — | 4 |
| 🥾 Trailhead | 2 | 16 |
| 👀 Viewpoint | — | 2 |
| 💧 Waterfall | 1 | 14 |
| 🏕️ Wilderness | — | 1 |