New study finds short-term rentals contribute $755M to Montana economy

By: Keila Szpaller

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: July 22, 2026

Words: 1,125

Last Updated: 4 weeks, 2 days ago

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Short-term rentals in Montana boosted the economy and generated more than $755 million in visitor spending in 2025, according to a new study from the University of Montana’s Bureau of Business and Economic Research.

Most of the activity — 60% — is focused in Bozeman and Kalispell, near Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park, said the report, “Short-term Rentals in Montana: Economic Contributions and Trends.”

But the report said other places such as …

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