Comparisons
Montana vs. the other two most closely populated regions in United States: South Dakota and Arkansas
Montana in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Montana peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Montana, we can consider one of its most populous cities: Billings. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Billings rose steadily.
Montana in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Montana is Billings with an SNDi of 2.46, which is relatively well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Billings with an SNDi of 2.46, which is relatively well-connected. See trends for these cities: Billings, Billings
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Montana rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Montana, we can consider one of its most populous cities: Billings. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Montana follow the same region trend.