Mountain Living, With a Life of Its Own
Whitefish brings together many of the qualities people seek in Northwest Montana: an active downtown, year-round recreation, a strong sense of community and easy access to some of the region’s most remarkable landscapes.
The town has energy without losing its relaxed Montana character. Downtown is filled with independent restaurants, cafés, galleries and locally owned shops, while Whitefish Lake, the surrounding trail system and Whitefish Mountain Resort make it easy to spend time outside in every season.
Summer days often revolve around the lake, the trails, or an evening downtown. Winter brings skiing, snow-covered streets, and a social rhythm that continues well beyond the holidays. It is one of the few places in the valley where nature and town life feel equally close at hand.
Whitefish appeals to those who want a true four-season lifestyle without feeling removed from restaurants, culture, and community. Homes range from in-town residences and established neighborhoods to wooded retreats, mountain properties, and homes near the lake.
14,653 people live in Whitefish, where the median age is 47.3 and the average individual income is $52,604. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Whitefish, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Montana Packrafts, and Whitefish Bike Retreat.
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Whitefish has 6,653 households, with an average household size of 2.18. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Whitefish do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 14,653 people call Whitefish home. The population density is 47 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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