| ZIP Code | 59860 |
|---|---|
| City | Polson |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 3,411 ft |
| Latitude | 47.715801 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -114.18621 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.3% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 42 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,937 (24.5%) |
| Some College | 1,049 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 1,377 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 904 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,593 (32.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,883 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $386,100 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $932/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,760 |
| Vacant Units | 1,995 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,760 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,995 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 59860 is located in Polson, Montana, within Lake County. With a population of 11,580, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 59860 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,883 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59860 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $386,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $932 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 59860 is majority White (69.53%). Residents are well-educated — 44.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.3%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59860 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 59860 in Polson, MT is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,580 residents, a median household income of $59,883, and a median home value of $386,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.