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Malmstrom AFB

Great Falls, MT

Malmstrom AFB is home to the 341st Missile Wing, operating Minuteman III ICBMs across a vast missile field spread throughout central Montana. Located on the edge of Great Falls, Montana's third-largest city, the base provides access to Glacier National Park, the Missouri River, and world-class fly-fishing and hunting. Montana's rugged beauty, wide-open spaces, and outdoor lifestyle attract service members who thrive in an adventurous environment.

Neighborhood near Malmstrom AFB

Local neighborhood · Great Falls, MT

Neighborhoods Near Malmstrom AFB

Popular communities where military families stationed at Malmstrom AFB choose to live.

Great Falls (North Side)

10–15 min to main gate

Neighborhoods north of the Missouri River closest to Malmstrom's main gate with affordable housing and a strong military family presence.

Military communityAffordableSuburban

Great Falls (West Bank)

10–15 min to main gate

Established Great Falls neighborhoods along the Missouri River's west bank with scenic river access and a mix of ranch-style and two-story homes.

SuburbanAffordableFamily-friendly

Black Eagle

15–20 min to main gate

An unincorporated community adjacent to Great Falls with older working-class homes and the most affordable prices near the base.

AffordableRuralMilitary community

Schools & Education

Great Falls Public Schools

GFPS serves the Malmstrom community. The district is modestly sized and offers standard Montana public school programming. C.M. Russell High School and Great Falls High School are the two main secondaries.

  • C.M. Russell High School offers strong fine arts programs reflecting the city's namesake artist
  • Great Falls College MSU provides community college dual enrollment
  • District has strong vocational-technical programs

Things to Do Near Great Falls

Local favorites for dining, outdoor adventures, and entertainment in the Great Falls area.

Giant Springs State Park
Outdoors

One of the largest freshwater springs in the US in Great Falls with a fish hatchery, Lewis & Clark interpretive exhibits, and riverside trails.

C.M. Russell Museum
Attraction

A world-class Western art museum dedicated to Charles M. Russell, the 'Cowboy Artist,' with original oils, bronzes, and his log-cabin studio.

River's Edge Trail
Outdoors

A 60+ mile trail system along the Missouri River in Great Falls offering cycling, running, and wildlife viewing through the city.

Bert & Ernie's Restaurant
Dining

A Great Falls favorite for casual American dining with excellent burgers, sandwiches, and a family-friendly atmosphere since the 1970s.

Glacier National Park
Outdoors

One of America's crown jewel national parks is about 2 hours north with the Going-to-the-Sun Road, alpine hiking, and stunning glaciated peaks.

Sluice Boxes State Park
Outdoors

A rugged canyon park south of Great Falls with hiking, fishing on Belt Creek, and dramatic limestone formations.

Housing & Cost of Living

Median Home Price
$220,000–$360,000
Typical Rent
$1,000–$1,500/mo

Great Falls is one of Montana's most affordable cities. The housing market is stable and BAH covers costs well. Limited new construction but solid inventory of older homes. Very low competition compared to Bozeman or Missoula.

Popular neighborhoods to consider:

Great Falls North SideWest Bank

PCS Tips for Malmstrom AFB

  1. Contact the installation housing office early — wait lists can be long.
  2. Check BAH rates at the official DoD BAH calculator before setting your home budget.
  3. Get VA pre-approved before your PCS orders — it helps you move fast in competitive markets.
  4. Military-friendly real estate markets near bases can move quickly — be ready to act.

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