5 Depressing Facts About Montana

If you aren't much of a snowboarder or skier, winters in Montana can wear out it's welcome pretty quickly. Starting in late October, and hanging out like an unwelcome guest until the middle of March, the snow is possibly the one thing that would keep most coastal residents away. When it comes to summer time, the heat can reach as high as 110 degrees. Not exactly Phoenix weather, but still pretty scorching.

What's next for the US economy? Nobody knows, but the constant bad news is taking its toll on people in Montana. The American Psychological Association (APA) conducted two online surveys of more than 2,500 people this year and found that respondents' stress levels spiked last winter. Last February, 66 per cent said that the economy was a source of stress.

If you're looking for the shopping that you're accustomed elsewhere, you'll have to drive about 200 minutes west to Spokane for their Northtown and Valley Mall. While Southgate Mall in Missoula gets the job done, the variety of stores may not be enough to satisfy your shopping desires.

Living in a small town in Montana can get pretty depressing. With the lack of entertainment and things to do, one can get pretty bummed out. Coupled with the less connections you have in a place, the less happier you’ll be with the place itself. This means that it’s not city size that matters so much as the quality of your social ties. The lack of connections will influence your experience of place, no matter where you are.

According to the recent 2012 Survey, the divorce rate in Montana is hovering around 30%. That's 1 in 3 marriages ending with irreconcilable differences! However, on the plus side, the ratio of women vs. men is near 50/50. This means the odd of finding the perfect match next time is very good!