| ZIP Code | 59716 |
|---|---|
| City | Big Sky |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Gallatin County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 6,959 ft |
| Latitude | 45.287116 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -111.38874 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30031 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.97 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.0% ▲ 65% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 66% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 34 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 137 (8.9%) |
| Some College | 52 (3.4%) |
| Associates | 331 (21.5%) |
| Bachelors | 117 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 867 (56.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $135,396 ▲ 77% above avg ↑ 95% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $868,600 ▲ 212% above avg ↑ 70% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,705/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,837 |
| Vacant Units | 1,988 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,837 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,988 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
ZIP code 59716 is located in Big Sky, Montana, within Gallatin County. With a population of 1,867, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 59716 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $135,396 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59716 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $868,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,705 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 70% since 2019.
The population of 59716 is primarily White (92.66%). Residents are highly educated — 64.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 95% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59716 stands at 1.7%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 59716 in Big Sky, MT is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,867 residents, a median household income of $135,396, and a median home value of $868,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.