ZIP 59801 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Missoula city, MT (59801)

Median Income

$55,022

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,646

Wealth inflow

Population

31,127

Unemployment

5.6%

1.9pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,646 for ZIP 59801 (Missoula city, MT) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

5.6%+52% vs US avg

Self-Employed

3.2%-48% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

9.6%-18% vs US avg

1,486

Establishments

17,584

Employees

~12 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining3.2%
Construction5.6%
Manufacturing3.3%
Wholesale trade2.0%
Retail trade11.8%
Transportation, utilities5.1%
Information1.5%
Finance, insurance, real estate5.6%
Professional, scientific, management12.0%
Education, health care, social25.5%
Arts, entertainment, food services15.4%
Other services5.4%
Public administration3.5%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 59801 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population declined 6.9%, median income rose 12.0% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 22.4%.

Median Income

$55,022

-27% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate