| ZIP Code | 59847 |
|---|---|
| City | Lolo |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Missoula County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 4,916 ft |
| Latitude | 46.715693 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -114.370083 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30063 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.4% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 72% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0%) |
| HS Graduate | 834 (20%) |
| Some College | 464 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 929 (22.3%) |
| Bachelors | 431 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,502 (36.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,710 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $366,500 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,172/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,781 |
| Vacant Units | 36 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,781 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 36 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 59847 is located in Lolo, Montana, within Missoula County. With a population of 6,579, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 59847 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,710 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59847 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $366,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,172 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 59847 is primarily White (88.46%). Residents are well-educated — 46.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59847 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 59847 in Lolo, MT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,579 residents, a median household income of $75,710, and a median home value of $366,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.