Popular Montana Town Named Best In U.S. For Families

For most of us, there comes a time in life when we want to put down roots.

To find the right town and the right house where we can settle in and start and raise a family. A safe and secure place, where the people are friendly, the schools are good, and there are family-friendly things to do.

Montana has more than a few towns that fit the bill, but which town is the best for families? Which town offers the best schools, and the best livability?

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Well, that is certainly open to interpretation, however, one source says the answer is pretty clear-cut. If you're looking for the best town in Montana to raise a family, this popular town checks most of the boxes.

Before we reveal the best town in Montana for families, let's look at the most "Montana towns" in Montana.

Which Montana town is best for families?

According to Fortune, if you're looking to settle down and raise a family in Montana, the best place to do that is in Bozeman.

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Yep, Bozeman.

Now I know that all of the Bozeman haters are going to disagree and talk about how horrible Bozeman is with its fancy stores on Main Street and "Boz Angeles" vibe. While there might be some truth to that, most of the folks who live in Bozeman get up, go to work, give to local charities, enjoy the outdoors, and get together to cheer on the Bobcats.

What makes Bozeman the best place for families?

Fortune used the following factors to determine which cities and towns were the best:

• Education
• Resources for aging adults
• General wellness
• Financial health
• Livability

Not only did Bozeman make the list, but it's also ranked the 26th best city in America for families.

READ MORE: Bozeman named one of the coolest cities in America

The truth is Bozeman is a wonderful place. For those of us living here, there is a nice social scene, great restaurants, and plenty of activities. The only issue that most of us have is the price of housing.

So, if you're reading this and thinking of moving here, remember it's not cheap AND 25 other towns rank higher ;)