Services employ over half of Montana's workforce. Tourism & Hospitality leads—national parks (Glacier, Yellowstone), ski resorts, outfitters, hotels, restaurants. Healthcare is critical—hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, mental health across vast rural areas. Education—K-12, University of Montana, Montana State, tribal colleges, vocational training.
Retail Trade—local shops, chains, e-commerce. Real Estate & Finance—agents, lenders, insurers, advisors. Professional & Business Services—law, accounting, IT, consulting, marketing. Administrative Support—office services, call centers, data, courier. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation—museums, theaters, galleries, festivals. Transportation & Warehousing—trucking, logistics, freight. Information & Communication—telecom, software, media. These sectors sustain Montana's economy beyond its resource extraction roots.