| ZIP Code | 59522 |
|---|---|
| City | Chester |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Liberty County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 3,126 ft |
| Latitude | 48.556788 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -110.976831 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs ↓ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 24.2% ▲ 142% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.7% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.4% ▼ 91% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 169 (24.2%) |
| Some College | 99 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 102 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 65 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 261 (37.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,583 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $132,500 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $657/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 529 |
| Vacant Units | 105 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 529 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 105 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 59522 is located in Chester, Montana, within Liberty County. With a population of 1,227, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 59522 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,583 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59522 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $132,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $657 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.3%) and renters (46.7%). Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 59522 is primarily White (95.84%). Residents are well-educated — 46.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.2%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59522 stands at 0.4%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 59522 in Chester, MT is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 1,227 residents, a median household income of $54,583, and a median home value of $132,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.