$350,000
Median Home Price
Redfin, mid-2026
$150K – $500K
Price Range
Active listings
~4,400
Population
U.S. Census estimate
Single Family, Ranch, Acreage
Property Types
Available in market
County Connection
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Overview
Explore Dillon, Montana
Dillon is the county seat of Beaverhead County, home to the University of Montana Western and surrounded by world-class Big Hole River trout fishing and Pioneer Mountain scenery. The city offers affordable real estate with access to some of Montana's most spectacular southwestern wilderness.
Why Buy Here
University town with stable employment and consistent demand
Big Hole and Beaverhead Rivers — blue-ribbon trout fishing
Access to Pioneer Mountains and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Affordable acreage and ranch properties in a spectacular valley
Market Data
Dillon Real Estate Market
Affordable southwest Montana market — median sale price ~$350K (mid-2026, Redfin)
University of Montana Western provides stable rental demand
Big Hole River and Beaverhead River — world-class trout fishing drives buyer interest
I-15 corridor access to Butte and Idaho border
Demographics
Living in Dillon
~4,400
Total Population
U.S. Census estimate
38 yrs
Median Age
City residents
$40,000
Avg. Individual Income
Per year
Low–Medium
Population Density
Relative to MT avg
37
Car-Dependent
Walk Score
35
Bikeable
Bike Score
Education
Schools in Dillon
Beaverhead County High School
High School
Grades: 9–12
Dillon Middle School
Middle School
Grades: 6–8
Parkview Elementary
Elementary
Grades: K–5
University of Montana Western
University
Grades: College
Local Life
Things To Do in Dillon
Neighborhoods
Living Here
Living in Dillon
Cost of Living
- Median Home Price$350,000
- Average Rent (2BR)~$1,100/mo
- Utilities (monthly)~$250
- Groceries (monthly, family of 4)~$800
- Gasoline~$3.50/gal
- Property Taxes (annual, median home)~$2,660
Cost estimates are approximate based on current Montana averages.
Dillon by the Numbers
4,400
Population
38
Median Age
$40,000
Median Household Income
60%
Homeownership Rate
+2%
5-Year Population Growth
Schools & Healthcare
Schools & Healthcare in Dillon
Schools
Check GreatSchools for current ratings & enrollment.
Healthcare
Barrett Hospital & HealthCare
Community hospital serving Beaverhead County.
Recreation
What to Do Near Dillon
Hiking
Pioneer Mountains & Big Hole trails
Fishing
Big Hole & Beaverhead Rivers
Skiing
Maverick Mountain (35 min)
Boating / Water
Clark Canyon Reservoir
Golf
Beaverhead Golf Course
Camping
Beaverhead-Deerlodge NF
Climate
Climate in Dillon
~84°F
Avg Summer High (July)
~12°F
Avg Winter Low (January)
~42"
Annual Snowfall
~11"
Annual Precipitation
4,775 ft
Elevation
~200
Sunny Days / Year
Climate data based on long-term averages from the National Weather Service and NOAA.
Getting Around
Getting Around Dillon
Nearest Airport
Dillon Airport (DLN) — small regional field
Major Highways
Interstate 15
Public Transit
Personal vehicle recommended
Average Commute
~10 min average
Moving Guide
Moving to Dillon?
Set up utilities
Electric: NorthWestern Energy · Gas: NorthWestern Energy · Water: City of Dillon
Update driver's license — Montana DMV
https://doj.mt.gov/driving/Register your vehicle(s)
https://doj.mt.gov/driving/vehicle-services/Register to vote
https://sosmt.gov/elections/Update address with USPS
https://moversguide.usps.comSet up internet service
Spectrum, CenturyLink
Find local healthcare providers
Barrett Hospital & HealthCare
Research school enrollment
Contact the local school district for registration & records
Listings
Homes in Dillon
$1,700,000
26 S Montana Street
$1,700,000
26-A S Montana Street
$7,259,000
NHN Small Horn Road
$390,000
2 S Montana Street
$275,000
Lot 10 McDonald Way
$89,000
Lot 9 McDonald Way
$630,000
160 Vista Circle
$1,495,000
28 S Montana Street
$579,000
207 Expedition Drive
$629,000
804 N Rife Street
$224,750
216 Trapper Creek Road
$422,000
1136 E Glendale Street
$785,000
319 Morrison Lane
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