Where is East Missoula, Montana, USA?

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Where is East Missoula Located? - East Missoula is a city located in the Missoula County of Montana, United States. East Missoula lies between 42.8619159 Degrees North latitudes and 106.2707678 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is East Missoula, Montana

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Where is East Missoula Located?

East Missoula is a city located in the Missoula County of Montana, United States. East Missoula lies between 42.8619159 Degrees North latitudes and 106.2707678 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of East Missoula city is 2465 people and the city has a total area of 1.21 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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East Missoula, Montana Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityEast Missoula (Census-Designated Place)
CountyMissoula County
StateMontana
State CapitalHelena
US RegionWestern United States
Latitude46.8708°N
Longitude113.9383°W
Elevation3,251 ft (991 m)
Land Area1.44 sq mi
Water Area0.03 sq mi
Total Area1.47 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)2,157
Population DensityApproximately 1,500 per sq mi
ZIP Codes59802
Area Code406
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST), UTC−7
Time Zone DaylightMountain Daylight Time (MDT), UTC−6
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code30-23650
Congressional DistrictMontana's 1st Congressional District

Nearby Cities to East Missoula, Montana

  • Missoula, Montana — West — 3 mi
  • Bonner-West Riverside, Montana — East — 3 mi
  • Orchard Homes, Montana — Northwest — 6 mi
  • Lolo, Montana — South — 12 mi
  • Turah, Montana — East — 13 mi
  • Frenchtown, Montana — West — 22 mi
  • Clinton, Montana — East — 25 mi
  • Stevensville, Montana — South — 32 mi
  • Hamilton, Montana — South — 47 mi
  • Superior, Montana — West — 58 mi

East Missoula, Montana Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January33181.20
April58341.35
July86500.70
October60351.10
Annual593413.90
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Warm-Summer Humid Continental (Dfb)
Annual RainfallApproximately 14 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysAbout 200 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskVery low hurricane risk; low tornado risk
SnowfallApproximately 40 inches annually

Driving Distances from East Missoula, Montana

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
MissoulaMontana38 min
Bonner-West RiversideMontana36 min
Orchard HomesMontana612 min
LoloMontana1218 min
TurahMontana1318 min
FrenchtownMontana2225 min
ClintonMontana2528 min
StevensvilleMontana3238 min
HamiltonMontana4755 min
ButteMontana1181 hr 45 min

Transportation and Connectivity in East Missoula, Montana

TransportationDetails
Airport NameMissoula Montana Airport
IATA CodeMSO
PortNone
Major HighwaysInterstate 90, Montana Highway 200, U.S. Route 12
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo local passenger rail; nearest Amtrak station at Whitefish, Montana
Local Bus/Transit ServiceMountain Line public transit
  • Interstate 90 — Primary east-west interstate connecting East Missoula with Spokane and Billings.
  • Montana Highway 200 — Scenic highway linking East Missoula with Bonner and central Montana.
  • U.S. Route 12 — Historic route connecting western Montana with Idaho and central Montana.
  • Van Buren Street — Local connector providing access between East Missoula and downtown Missoula.

Places to Visit in East Missoula, Montana

Landmark NameType
Mount JumboNature Preserve
Mount SentinelMountain
University of MontanaUniversity Campus
Caras ParkCity Park
Missoula Butterfly House and InsectariumMuseum
Fort Missoula Regional ParkRegional Park
Historic Bonner Mill TownHistoric Site
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Visitor CenterVisitor Center
Missoula Art MuseumArt Museum
Rattlesnake National Recreation AreaRecreation Area

Colleges and Universities in East Missoula, Montana

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of MontanaPublicUniversityFlagship research university
Missoula CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and technical education
Helena College - Missoula College PartnershipPublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce training programs
Bitterroot College UMPublicCommunity CollegeContinuing education
University of Montana School of LawPublicUniversityLegal education
University of Montana College of BusinessPublicUniversityBusiness and entrepreneurship
Hellgate Elementary School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictLocal public education
Missoula County Public SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictRegional K–12 education

Waterbodies in East Missoula, Montana

Clark Fork River, Blackfoot River, Bitterroot River, Milltown Reservoir, Rattlesnake Creek, Bonner Creek, Turah Creek, Missoula Valley Aquifer

Golf Courses in East Missoula, Montana

University Golf Course, Highlands Golf Club, Linda Vista Golf Course, Canyon River Golf Club, Missoula Country Club, Larchmont Golf Course, Hamilton Golf Club, Double Arrow Golf Course

East Missoula, Montana — Key Historical Facts

  • East Missoula developed as a railroad and industrial community along the Clark Fork River during the late 19th century.
  • The area grew with the expansion of the Northern Pacific Railway, which established important transportation and freight facilities nearby.
  • Its close connection to the historic Bonner lumber mills supported the local economy for many decades.
  • East Missoula benefited from the growth of nearby Missoula and the University of Montana, gradually becoming a residential community.
  • Environmental restoration projects along the Clark Fork River and the former Milltown Dam site have improved local ecosystems and recreational opportunities.
  • Today, East Missoula offers convenient access to outdoor recreation, higher education, and the cultural attractions of the greater Missoula area.

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