ZIP Code 59601, Montana
ZIP Code 59601 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 59601 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,728. The land area covers 130.18 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,728 | ±769 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,984 | ±354 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 15,872 | ±341 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,984 | ±354 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 888 | ±272 |
| Median Home Value | $386,500 | ±$11,802 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,046 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,290 | ±$3,096 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,533 | ±$2,634 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,725 | ±589 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,788 | ±637 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±2.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 75,129 (2024)
ID: 169417
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACCOUNTING MANAGER
316 N PARK AVE, HELENA MT 59601-5026
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | East Helena, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | East Helena, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Helena, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Helena, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Helena, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Helena, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Helena, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Clancy, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Clancy, MT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | East Helena, MT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Carroll College
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College | 9.0 mi away | 1601 N Benton Ave, Helena, MT, 59625-0002 |
4064474300
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LEWIS AND CLARK BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 120 SOUTH LAST CHANCE GULCH, HELENA, MT, 59601 |
(406) 447-1690
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Helena College University of Montana
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College | 9.8 mi away | 1115 N Roberts Street, Helena, MT, 59601 |
4064476900
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LEWIS AND CLARK LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 120 SOUTH LAST CHANCE GULCH, HELENA, MT, 59601 |
(406) 447-1690
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NORTH JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT CLANCY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 3 NORTH MAIN STREET, CLANCY, MT, 59634 |
(406) 933-5254
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NORTH JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT MONTANA CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 1 JACKSON CREEK ROAD, CLANCY, MT, 59634 |
(406) 204-4468
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LEWIS AND CLARK LIBRARY EAST HELENA BRANCH
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 16 E MAIN, EAST HELENA, MT, 59635 |
(406) 227-5750
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JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY - BOULDER
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 202 S MAIN, BOULDER, MT, 59632 |
(406) 225-3241
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at AUSTIN 1 W, MT US, located 8.5 miles from ZCTA5 59601. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.6° | 12.5° | 21.0° | 0.84" | — |
| February | 32.3° | 12.6° | 22.5° | 0.99" | — |
| March | 41.5° | 19.3° | 30.4° | 0.84" | — |
| April | 49.8° | 26.3° | 38.0° | 1.66" | — |
| May | 60.1° | 35.4° | 47.7° | 2.34" | — |
| June | 67.9° | 42.1° | 55.0° | 2.74" | — |
| July | 78.4° | 48.7° | 63.6° | 1.22" | — |
| August | 78.3° | 47.3° | 62.8° | 1.09" | — |
| September | 67.2° | 39.1° | 53.1° | 1.28" | — |
| October | 51.1° | 29.8° | 40.4° | 1.25" | — |
| November | 36.8° | 19.5° | 28.1° | 1.27" | — |
| December | 29.4° | 12.7° | 21.0° | 0.93" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rimini CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Unionville CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Helena West Side CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Helena city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| South Hills CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
| Clancy CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 59601. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.