| ZIP Code | 59864 |
|---|---|
| City | Ronan |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 3,041 ft |
| Latitude | 47.531668 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -114.119557 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.95 |
| Below Poverty | 23.2% ▲ 132% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 8.0% ▲ 63% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 38 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,250 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 531 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 787 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 639 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,030 (24.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,305 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $271,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $841/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,818 |
| Vacant Units | 352 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.95 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,818 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 352 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.95 |
ZIP code 59864 is located in Ronan, Montana, within Lake County. With a population of 7,399, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.5 years. Economically, 59864 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,305 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59864 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $271,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $841 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 59864 is majority White (50.51%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.2%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59864 stands at 8.0%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 59864 in Ronan, MT is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,399 residents, a median household income of $60,305, and a median home value of $271,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.