| ZIP Code | 59027 |
|---|---|
| City | Emigrant |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Park County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 5,552 ft |
| Latitude | 45.259227 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -110.904444 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.55 |
| Below Poverty | 24.4% ▲ 144% above avg |
| College Grads | 56.2% ▲ 45% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 71 (10.5%) |
| Some College | 70 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 154 (22.9%) |
| Bachelors | 63 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 315 (46.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,446 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $427,400 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $824/mo ↓ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 508 |
| Vacant Units | 90 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 508 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 90 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.55 |
ZIP code 59027 is located in Emigrant, Montana, within Park County. With a population of 720, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.3 years. Economically, 59027 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,446 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59027 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $427,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $824 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 59027 is primarily White (97.22%). Residents are well-educated — 56.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.4%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59027 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 59027 in Emigrant, MT is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 720 residents, a median household income of $55,446, and a median home value of $427,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.