ZIP Code 59231 in Saint Marie, MT

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Saint Marie, Montana
City Alias:Glasgow
Names to Avoid:
St Marie
County:Valley County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:6:21:01 AM
Population:471 [See All]
Area Code:406
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:48.4062, -106.4877
Land Area:0.555 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 59231 has 471 residents and 206 households (average 2.29 persons per household). The median age is 41.5 years, slightly older than the state (40.5) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.7% male and 50.3% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (91.1%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (3.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.4%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:471Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:319Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:848.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$38,125Source: Census ACS
Households:206Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.29Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.59Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--314303389454619598538489470325373428319
Decennial Census264------------------471------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 41.5

Male Median Age: 42.5

Female Median Age: 40.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male10122917167101111118101425171754
Female112017171414121012149132219141450
Total21324634302122212325172336443131104
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:42993.46%
Black:10.22%
Hispanic:*163.49%
Asian:30.65%
American Indian:81.74%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:20.44%
Total:459100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:23449.68%42.5 years
Females:23750.32%40.7 years
Total:471100%41.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:319100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:319100%
Total Native Population:319100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $38,125, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $804 (2.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $4,375. Family households earn a median of $39,844 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $39,844). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($46,896), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 27.8%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 17.4%, which is much higher than the state rate (3.7%). The largest occupation group is Sales (42.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$37,321$36,700$35,787$35,761$28,304$36,607$62,000$36,875$33,750$37,386$37,344$36,509$38,125
Median Family Income$70,441$50,139$46,741$48,667$48,583$49,154$70,975$63,250$71,250$83,500$52,273$36,597$39,844
Median NonFamily Income$21,750$24,917$24,167$23,833$24,850$23,533$21,944$31,111$25,278$30,521$31,932$0$0
Median Male Income$35,750$21,500$22,120$26,111$0$0$0$40,651$41,060$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$17,100$19,483$19,769$0$0$0$0$17,375$25,341$50,063$37,404$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:7122.98%
Unemployed:154.85%
Not In Labor Force:22372.17%
Total:309100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:2636.62%
Service:1521.13%
Sales and Office:3042.25%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:71100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($338,100), is down $35,600 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $19,800. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,031), is down $490 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $970. Of occupied housing, owners make up 91.67% (3.64% with a mortgage, 96.36% free-and-clear) and renters 8.33% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 84.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$35,600$27,500$25,600$31,800$30,200$32,500$27,000$21,100$19,800$19,800$19,300$20,800$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:10100.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:10100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$490$450$601$604$678$690$692$970$970$1,079$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):43.33%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):10688.33%
Renter Occupied:108.33%
Total Occupied Housing Units:120100%

Occupied Housing Units:12015.50%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):65484.50%
Total Housing Units:774100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:8110.47%
Multi-Family Units:69389.53%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:774100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 21.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 65.10%, which is markedly below the state rate (94.60%). The uninsured rate is 16.60%, which is on par with the state rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 83.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 20.00%, which is on par with the state rate (7.10%), up 20.00 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.30 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (76.19%). College enrollment is 76.19%, which is markedly above the state rate (24.60%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:3010.56%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:6924.30%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):5218.31%
Some college, no degree:5820.42%
Associate's degree:134.58%
Bachelor's degree:6221.83%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:284100%
High school or higher:18565.14%
Bachelor's degree or higher:6221.83%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:21640.37%
Public Insurance:26649.72%
No Insurance:539.91%
Total:535100%
Has Health Insurance:48290.09%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%4.7%4.4%4.1%15.1%16.7%16.7%24.4%34.7%20.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1023.81%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:3276.19%
Total:42100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1023.81%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 59231 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 3 business establishments, employing about 11 people with an annual payroll of $692,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:255Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:3Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$148,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$692,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:11Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 59231 is located in Valley County, Montana, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Montana's 2nd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 59231. It covers 0.555 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:0.555 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:0 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:3065400Source: Census
Place Name:St. Marie CDP; MontanaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


59240 | | 59230

Schools in ZIP Code 59231


We could not locate which school district 59231 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Glasgow High School 175 Aberdeen Street
Glasgow, MT 59230
District: Glasgow K-12 SchoolsNearby
Irle Elementary School 825 8th North
Glasgow, MT 59230
District: Glasgow K-12 SchoolsNearby
Glasgow Middle School 11 Lasar Drive
Glasgow, MT 59230
District: Glasgow K-12 SchoolsNearby
Nashua School 222 Mabel
Nashua, MT 59248
District: Nashua K-12 SchoolsNearby
Nashua High School 222 Mabel
Nashua, MT 59248
District: Nashua K-12 SchoolsNearby
Lustre Christian High School 4 Lustre High Cir
Lustre, MT 59225
District: Private SchoolNearby
Nelson Academy Of Agricultural Sciences Online 306 1st Ave W
Scobey, MT 59263
District: Private SchoolNearby
White Clay Immersion School 269 Blackfeet Ave
Harlem, MT 59526
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 59231


Fort Peck Community College 605 Indian Street
Poplar, MT 59255-0398
Type: Post Secondary
Aaniiih Nakoda College 269 Blackfeet Avenue
Harlem, MT 59526
Type: Post Secondary
Dawson Community College 300 College Dr
Glendive, MT 59330
Type: Post Secondary
Williston State College 1410 University Avenue
Williston, ND 58801
Type: Post Secondary
Miles Community College 2715 Dickinson Street
Miles City, MT 59301-4774
Type: Post Secondary
Montana State University-Northern 300 W 11th St
Havre, MT 59501
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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