Missoula is a moderate-high cost-of-living market — pricing guide and permit rules below.
Missoula landscaping rates: $90-$170/hr. Always get 3 written quotes and verify MT licensing at Montana DOL (dli.mt.gov). Sales tax on materials: 0%.
Missoula requires permits when work exceeds $5,000 or involves full system replacement. Your licensed contractor pulls the permit — if they ask you to pull it, that's a red flag.