| ZIP Code | 59731 |
|---|---|
| City | Garrison |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Powell County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 5,027 ft |
| Latitude | 46.579108 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -112.761137 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs ↓ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.95 |
| Below Poverty | 5.6% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 29.9% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 52% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 28 (28.9%) |
| Some College | 20 (20.6%) |
| Associates | 20 (20.6%) |
| Bachelors | 7 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (22.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,750 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $350,000 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 72% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 77 |
| Vacant Units | 4 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.95 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 77 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.95 |
ZIP code 59731 is located in Garrison, Montana, within Powell County. With a population of 215, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 59731 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,750 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59731 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $350,000 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 94.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 72% since 2019.
The population of 59731 is primarily White (93.95%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.6%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59731 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 59731 in Garrison, MT is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 215 residents, a median household income of $58,750, and a median home value of $350,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.