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Bozeman Montana
Bozeman boasts clean air, a moderate climate, and access to national forest and trails, all of which will appeal to active retirees. Recreational activities such as fly fishing, hiking, whitewater kayaking, and mountain climbing abound. Bozeman is also a gateway community to Yellowstone National Park and its abundant wildlife and thermal features. Movies such as “A River Runs Through It” and “The Horse Whisperer” have capitalized on this beautiful scenery. Population: Bozeman's population is 39,764 (2011), and it has experienced an amazing population growth of 44.53 percent since the year 2000.
Climate: Bozeman receives annual average precipitation of 19.29 inches. Located at an altitude of 4,820 feet, some of this is in the form of snow, since winters are cold.
Cost of living: http://www.areavibes.com states that the cost of living in Bozeman is 2.9% greater than the Montana average, and 6% greater than the national average.
Housing costs: The median home cost in Bozeman is $272,400. Relatively expensive, the median home value in Bozeman is 59.5% greater than the Montana average and 36.3% greater than the national average.
Colleges and Universities: Retirees will really appreciate the “Extended University” programs at Montana State University Bozeman http://eu.montana.edu/. Some of their non-credit courses include Art History, Music, Computers, and Theatre to name a few.
Transportation:Gallatin Field Airport http://www.bozemanairport.com/ provides air service to Bozeman. The city has a free public bus transportation system called Streamline http://www.streamlinebus.com/.
Travel and tourism: Bozeman and the entire greater Yellowstone region have much to offer retirees who appreciate the quality of life determined by its amazing mountain setting. Here there are endless outdoor recreational opportunities, from skiing in the winter to fishing and hiking in the summer. Retirees will also enjoy the thriving arts and cultural scene, and can find more information at http://www.downtownbozeman.org/.
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