Butte-Silver Bow, MT
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 31,526 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Butte is in the Rocky Mountains, along the Continental Divide.
Cultural Attractions
Montana's Irish culture is celebrated in Butte by the annual St. Patrick 's Day Parade, as well as the An Ri Ra Montana Irish Culture Festival.
Recreation
Along miles of hiking trails meandering throughout southwestern Montana, can be found blue-ribbon trout fishing spots.
Economy
The chief employer in Butte is state and local government.
Fun Fact
This city has many unique sayings; instead of "take it easy," for example, people say, "Tap 'er light."
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 4 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 30.0% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 19 |
| Number of libraries within the area | N/A |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 5 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 10 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | Yes |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $42,794 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $34,389 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $27,871 |
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