| ZIP Code | 59242 |
|---|---|
| City | Homestead |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Roosevelt County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 1,935 ft |
| Latitude | 48.411173 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.443382 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 62.1 yrs ↑ 58% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 67% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 12 (29.3%) |
| Associates | 12 (29.3%) |
| Bachelors | 5 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (29.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,250 ▲ 10% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $122,500 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 49 |
| Vacant Units | 22 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 49 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 22 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 59242 is located in Homestead, Montana, within Roosevelt County. With a population of 61, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 62.1 years. Economically, 59242 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,250 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59242 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $122,500 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 92.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 4% since 2019.
The population of 59242 is primarily White (91.80%). Residents are well-educated — 41.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%.
As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 90%.
Overall, ZIP code 59242 in Homestead, MT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 61 residents, a median household income of $84,250, and a median home value of $122,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.