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Thinking of Moving to Belgrade, Montana?

Thinking of Moving to Belgrade, Montana?

On Jan 01, 2023

Bozeman gets most of the attention when it comes to growth, but in the last two years, Belgrade has outpaced Bozeman’s growth with a 20% increase in population. More people are looking to Belgrade as an alternative to Bozeman not just for affordability, but because they are looking for a different type of community. While Bozeman is struggling with some growing pains, Belgrade is taking a hard look at the growth that is inevitably coming its way and trying to make conscious decisions of what it will look like. There is a lot to love about the Belgrade community. They are deeply rooted in their agricultural history of ranching and farming and are working to hold on to the small-town charm that makes this city unique.

Belgrade Housing

There has been a major increase in development in Belgrade in the past year with several brand new subdivisions and hundreds of homes. Many builders and developers have to look to Belgrade as an alternative to Bozeman. There are many housing options in Belgrade from established homes and neighborhoods close to downtown, to newer subdivisions on the outskirts of town. North of Belgrade is where most of the new construction is happening, with the Ryen Glen, Meadowlark Ranch and Prescott Ranch subdivisions seeing an influx of new homes being built. West of Belgrade is where you'll find some of Belgrade's most popular subdivisions River Rock and Landmark. Throughout the city of Belgrade, you can find single-family residences on large lots, to multi-family units in neighborhoods. The Belgrade real estate market is strong and home values are increasing steadily.

Working in Belgrade

Living in Belgrade and commuting to Bozeman for work is very common for residents. However, as Belgrade grows there are more employment opportunities within the city. The Bozeman Health Belgrade location is one of the area's largest employers with over 2,200 employees. The Belgrade school district is another large employer, with over 700 employees. Xtant Medical is also a large Belgrade employer with around 200 employees.

There has been an increase in local businesses opening in Belgrade as the city forms its own identity and culture. These local businesses have been steadily adding more job opportunities for Belgrade residents. Similar to Bozeman, there are also plenty of remote workers who are making Belgrade their home base. With the proximity to the airport, living in Belgrade while traveling for work couldn’t be easier.

Just next to the airport, the massive Yellowstone Airport Plaza Development is underway. This 50-acre development will be home to 3 restaurants, a brewery, gas station, and hotel, bringing hundreds of jobs to the area.

Education and Healthcare

The Belgrade School District has 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school and 1 alternative high school. In Belgrade, the school district population triples the municipal population indicating that more public schools are Belgrade's near future. The Belgrade community are strong supporters of the school district, making it a great place to raise a family.

The Bozeman Health Belgrade Clinic is the largest healthcare option for Belgrade residents with several services available. The Community Health Partners is in both Bozeman and Belgrade which offers medical services to everyone, regardless of ability to pay. Between these options and the proximity to the hospital in Bozeman, your healthcare needs are covered in Belgrade.

Living in Belgrade

For many, Bozeman is simply getting too big. Belgrade is becoming the go-to place for people wanting a small-town community and more affordable prices. With the growth extending to Belgrade, the community is making conscious efforts to shape how this growth continues. For a small town, Belgrade has a lot to offer. There are new restaurants and shops opening and the Yellowstone Airport Plaza will bring even more. There are events year-round, a great park in the center of town for gatherings, and a strong sense of community among the residents. There's a lot to love in Belgrade, click here to read about the ten best things.

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