AI-Scored Rankings • Updated 2026-04-03

Best Apartments in Billings, MT — Scored by AI

ListWise scores every Billings neighborhood on safety, walkability, schools, commute time, and rental value. See which areas actually match your lifestyle — not just what's cheapest.

$1,150/mo
Median Rent
117,116
Population
8
Neighborhoods Scored
Billings Clinic
Top Employer
Local Insights

Why Billings? What Renters Need to Know

Billings averages around $1,150 per month, making it one of Montana's most affordable larger cities. The Rimrock and West End areas command $1,200-$1,350, while the Heights and South Side offer more budget-friendly options near $900-$1,000.

Quick Facts

Population 117,116
Median Rent $1,150/mo
Top Employer Billings Clinic
Neighborhoods 8 scored by AI
Rent vs. National$1,150 vs $1,500 national median

Rent Comparison

Billings median rent is $350 below the national median of $1,500/mo — an affordable market.

Largest Employer

The largest employer in Billings is Billings Clinic, making the Downtown Billings area and nearby neighborhoods popular for commuters looking to minimize travel time.

Top Neighborhoods

Top Neighborhoods in Billings

Ranked by ListWise's composite AI score. Top 3 shown free — unlock all 8 for the full picture.

#1

Downtown Billings

Score: 74/100
Safety C+
Walk Score 65
Avg Rent $1,050
Schools 5/10
#2

West End

Score: 80/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 42
Avg Rent $1,200
Schools 7/10
#3

Lockwood

Score: 77/100
Safety B
Walk Score 28
Avg Rent $1,100
Schools 6/10

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#4

Rimrock Area

Score: 83/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 38
Avg Rent $1,350
Schools 7/10
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#5

Heights

Score: 72/100
Safety C+
Walk Score 32
Avg Rent $1,000
Schools 5/10
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#6

Pioneer Park

Score: 78/100
Safety B
Walk Score 45
Avg Rent $1,100
Schools 6/10
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#7

South Side

Score: 68/100
Safety C
Walk Score 38
Avg Rent $900
Schools 4/10
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#8

Shiloh Road

Score: 82/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 30
Avg Rent $1,300
Schools 7/10
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How ListWise Scores Billings Apartments

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FAQ

Frequently Asked About Billings

What is the average rent in Billings?

Billings averages around $1,150 per month, making it one of Montana's most affordable larger cities. The Rimrock and West End areas command $1,200-$1,350, while the Heights and South Side offer more budget-friendly options near $900-$1,000.

What is the lifestyle like in Billings?

Billings is Montana's largest city and serves as the commercial and healthcare hub for a vast region covering eastern Montana and northern Wyoming. The city offers a classic Western lifestyle with easy access to Yellowstone National Park, the Beartooth Mountains, and Little Bighorn Battlefield.

How is the job market in Billings?

Healthcare (Billings Clinic, St. Vincent Healthcare) is the dominant industry. Energy, agriculture, retail, and transportation are also major sectors. Billings serves as a regional hub for oil refining, with ConocoPhillips maintaining a refinery. The city has relatively low unemployment.

What are winters like in Billings?

Billings winters are cold but variable — Chinook winds can bring sudden January thaws that melt snow in hours. Blizzards and extended cold snaps are possible, with temperatures occasionally dropping well below zero. Spring is unpredictable, and summers are warm and sunny with low humidity.

Is Billings a good place to raise a family?

Billings offers a solid family environment with reasonable housing costs, good outdoor opportunities, and a friendly community. The West End and Rimrock areas have the city's best schools. The Rims — dramatic sandstone cliffs overlooking the city — provide unique hiking and views right within city limits.

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