Glendive Montana
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Glendive

Dinosaur fossil country on the Yellowstone — Montana's most affordable river city.

$200,000

Median Home Price

Redfin/Zillow, mid-2026

$100K – $350K

Price Range

Active listings

~4,700

Population

U.S. Census estimate

Single Family, Ranch

Property Types

Available in market

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Overview

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Glendive is the county seat of Dawson County and eastern Montana's eastern gateway city. Home to Makoshika State Park — Montana's largest state park with stunning badlands and dinosaur fossils — Glendive offers very affordable housing with access to the Yellowstone River and a stable agricultural economy.

Why Buy Here

Exceptional affordability — quality homes from $100,000

Makoshika State Park: stunning badlands hiking and fossil discovery

Yellowstone River fishing, hunting, and bird watching

Low cost of living with genuine Montana outdoor lifestyle

Market Data

Glendive Real Estate Market

1

Among Montana's most affordable markets — median sale price ~$200K (mid-2026); low sales volume can swing monthly figures

2

Stable Dawson County agricultural and energy economy

3

Makoshika State Park drives tourism and some second-home interest

4

Strong hunting and fishing access driving recreational buyer interest

Demographics

Living in Glendive

~4,700

Total Population

U.S. Census estimate

37 yrs

Median Age

City residents

$42,000

Avg. Individual Income

Per year

Low–Medium

Population Density

Relative to MT avg

38

Car-Dependent

Walk Score

30

Bikeable

Bike Score

Education

Schools in Glendive

Dawson County High School

High School

Grades: 9–12

Bell Middle School

Middle School

Grades: 6–8

Jefferson Elementary

Elementary

Grades: K–5

Dawson Community College

University

Grades: College

Local Life

Things To Do in Glendive

Neighborhoods

Living Here

Living in Glendive

Cost of Living

  • Median Home Price$200,000
  • Average Rent (2BR)~$1,000/mo
  • Utilities (monthly)~$250
  • Groceries (monthly, family of 4)~$800
  • Gasoline~$3.50/gal
  • Property Taxes (annual, median home)~$1,520

Cost estimates are approximate based on current Montana averages.

Glendive by the Numbers

4,700

Population

35

Median Age

$65,000

Median Household Income

65%

Homeownership Rate

+8%

5-Year Population Growth

Schools & Healthcare

Schools & Healthcare in Glendive

Schools

Dawson County High School — High School, grades 9–12
Bell Middle School — Middle School, grades 6–8
Jefferson Elementary — Elementary, grades K–5

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Healthcare

Nearest regional hospital

Full-service hospital with emergency and primary care — check the county seat for the closest facility.

Facility listings for Glendive are estimated from regional data — verify with local sources.

Recreation

What to Do Near Glendive

Hiking

Nearby national forest & state land trails

Fishing

Area rivers and lakes

Skiing

Nearest regional ski area (seasonal)

Boating / Water

Nearby lakes and reservoirs

Golf

Local or regional golf course (seasonal)

Camping

Area state parks & national forest campgrounds

Climate

Climate in Glendive

~82°F

Avg Summer High (July)

~14°F

Avg Winter Low (January)

~50"

Annual Snowfall

~14"

Annual Precipitation

3,500 ft

Elevation

~195

Sunny Days / Year

Climate data based on long-term averages from the National Weather Service and NOAA. Glendive values estimated from regional data.

Getting Around

Getting Around Glendive

Nearest Airport

Nearest regional airport — check drive time to BZN, MSO, BIL, GTF, or HLN

Major Highways

Montana state highways (US/MT routes)

Public Transit

Personal vehicle recommended

Average Commute

~15 min average

Moving Guide

Moving to Glendive?

  1. Set up utilities

    Electric: NorthWestern Energy or local co-op · Gas: Local provider (where available) · Water: City / county water utility

  2. Update driver's license — Montana DMV

    https://doj.mt.gov/driving/
  3. Update address with USPS

    https://moversguide.usps.com
  4. Set up internet service

    Spectrum, CenturyLink, or regional broadband

  5. Find local healthcare providers

    Nearest regional hospital

  6. Research school enrollment

    Contact the local school district for registration & records

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