| ZIP Code | 59802 |
|---|---|
| City | Missoula |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Missoula County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 6,752 ft |
| Latitude | 46.903959 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -113.91929 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30063 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 57.0% ▲ 47% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 161 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,965 (14.7%) |
| Some College | 1,300 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 2,327 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 755 (5.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,856 (51.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,054 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $420,200 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,021/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,416 |
| Vacant Units | 1,052 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,416 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,052 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
ZIP code 59802 is located in Missoula, Montana, within Missoula County. With a population of 19,832, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 59802 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,054 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59802 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $420,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,021 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.7%) and renters (47.4%). Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 59802 is primarily White (83.38%). Residents are well-educated — 57.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.6%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59802 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 59802 in Missoula, MT is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 19,832 residents, a median household income of $65,054, and a median home value of $420,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.