| ZIP Code | 59911 |
|---|---|
| City | Bigfork |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Flathead County |
| Area Code | 406 |
| Elevation | 3,130 ft |
| Latitude | 47.864278 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -113.884598 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 30029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.6% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,046 (15%) |
| Some College | 758 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 1,071 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 670 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,424 (49%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,846 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $608,000 ▲ 118% above avg ↑ 68% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,158/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,707 |
| Vacant Units | 1,756 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,707 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,756 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 59911 is located in Bigfork, Montana, within Flathead County. With a population of 9,316, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.3 years. Economically, 59911 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $81,846 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 59911 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $608,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,158 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 68% since 2019.
The population of 59911 is primarily White (87.14%). Residents are well-educated — 58.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 59911 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 59911 in Bigfork, MT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,316 residents, a median household income of $81,846, and a median home value of $608,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Montana.