5 cities tracked | Avg BoomScore: 44 | Population: 352,863
| # | City | Score | Pop Growth | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Missoula | 48 | -0.06% | Emerging |
| 2 | Bozeman | 45 | +2.02% | Emerging |
| 3 | Helena | 45 | +0.89% | Emerging |
| 4 | Great Falls | 43 | +1.33% | Emerging |
| 5 | Billings | 39 | -0.06% | Stable |
25 cities with the highest growth scores for 2026-2027. Data-backed, updated quarterly.