Safest Cities in Montana 2024
Average Crime Rate
National Average
Combined Population
Overview: Safest Cities in Montana
These 6 cities have the lowest crime rates in Montana, based on 2024 FBI data. The safest cities average just 3,311 crimes per 100,000 residents — -20% below the national average of 2,752.
The top 3 safest cities are Bozeman (MT, crime rate: 2,193), Kalispell (MT, crime rate: 2,519), and Helena (MT, crime rate: 3,096).
Full Rankings
| # | City | State | Population | Total Crime Rate | Violent Crime Rate | Property Crime Rate | Safety Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bozeman | MT | 58,509 | 2,192.8 | 437.5 | 1,755.3 | 60/100 |
| 2 | Kalispell | MT | 31,754 | 2,519.4 | 292.9 | 2,226.5 | 54/100 |
| 3 | Helena | MT | 35,238 | 3,096.1 | 513.7 | 2,582.4 | 43/100 |
| 4 | Billings | MT | 122,105 | 3,832.0 | 748.5 | 3,083.4 | 30/100 |
| 5 | Great Falls | MT | 60,414 | 4,000.7 | 574.4 | 3,426.4 | 27/100 |
| 6 | Missoula | MT | 78,911 | 4,226.3 | 596.9 | 3,629.4 | 23/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest city in Montana?
Bozeman, MT is the safest city in Montana with a total crime rate of 2,192.8 per 100,000 residents in 2024.
How are the safest cities determined?
Cities are ranked by total crime rate (violent + property crime) per 100,000 residents using 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Only cities with 25,000+ residents are included.
What crime rate is considered safe?
Cities on this list average 3,311 crimes per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 2,752. Generally, a rate under 2,000 per 100K is considered low.