Montana Market Intelligence Report (2026)

Top Businesses to Start in Montana (2026)

We analyzed 27K+ verified business records to help you separate the hype from the hard numbers.

Top 5 Opportunities

#1

FASTEST GROWTH SECTOR

Nail Salons

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.28 LQ

#2

HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Beer, Wine, and Liquor Stores

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.35 LQ

#3

LOW COMPETITION GAP

Fine Arts Schools

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.76 LQ

#4

HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

All Other Outpatient Care Centers

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.74 LQ

#5

LOW COMPETITION GAP

Home Health Care Services

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.37 LQ

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Billings

The state's largest economic engine.

Population

187K

Active Biz

8K

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Missoula

124K Residents

Bozeman

Population

122K

Helena

Population

92K

Great Falls

Population

85K

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Common Questions

What is the fastest growing business in Montana?+

Currently, the Nail Salons sector is leading the state with a +100.0% 5-year growth rate across multiple metro markets.

What does the data say about Montana's economy?+

The state is home to 27K active establishments across 5 major metro areas. The market shows strong growth in emerging sectors with opportunities in high-demand, low-saturation niches.