The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 59102 sells for about $307,400, or $205 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 43 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 59102 — Billings
The housing market in 59102 remains stable with moderate price appreciation and consistent demand. Inventory levels are sufficient to support steady sales, though buyers remain sensitive to interest rate fluctuations. The area continues to benefit from its status as a regional economic hub in Montana.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and long-term residents seeking established neighborhoods with convenient access to retail and essential services in western Billings.
Median prices moved up 2.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 43 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 7.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 59102, Yellowstone County MT
Crime rates in Billings are generally higher than the Montana state average, with property crime being the most prevalent concern in urbanized ZIP codes like 59102.
The area is served by Billings Public Schools, which generally maintains a stable reputation within the regional context.
The region faces standard risks for the Northern Rockies, including wildfire smoke exposure and occasional severe wind events.
Economic momentum is driven by the healthcare, energy, and retail sectors in Billings, with steady infill development occurring in the western portions of the city.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Montana) — Taxable Interests in Exempt Property: The property is assessed and taxed to the private holder as if they held legal title, without deduction for unpaid purchase price. State (Montana) — Residential Property Tax Assessment: Property is valued by the Department of Revenue; tax is calculated by applying the state-determined tax rate to the taxable value (Market Value x Tax Rate). Homestead and long-term rental reduced tax rates are available via enrollment.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with Grand Avenue and King Avenue serving as the primary east-west corridors toward the Billings employment core.
The area features proximity to several community parks, local golf courses, and the retail hubs along the Grand Avenue corridor.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment complexes; vacancy rates remain relatively tight.
The economy is anchored by Billings' role as a regional medical and trade hub, with significant employment in healthcare, retail, and energy services.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with well-maintained arterial roads connecting the west end to the downtown core.
Development is focused on infill and expansion of commercial services along the western corridors of the city.
The Yellowstone County Department of Revenue handles property assessments based on a biennial reappraisal cycle.
Parcels are subject to Billings Public Schools and various local utility and fire district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire risk and severe weather patterns common to the Montana plains.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
- The Reef Indoor Water Park43.8 mi
- Oasis4.54.9 mi
- Get Air Trampoline Park4.42.9 mi
- Öx Indoor Axe Throwing4.93 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.11.3 mi
- MetraPark - First Interstate Arena4.35.5 mi
- Pioneer Park4.63.1 mi
- Moss Mansion Museum4.83.7 mi
- The High Horse Saloon & Eatery4.43.4 mi
- The Pub Station4.54.3 mi
- ZooMontana4.54.2 mi
- Lava Island4.83.4 mi
- Pictograph Cave State Park4.48.5 mi
- Amend Park4.43.2 mi
- Riverfront Park4.54.3 mi
- Pictograph Cave State Park4.48.5 mi
- Moss Mansion Museum4.83.7 mi
- Wise Wonders Science and Discovery Museum4.64 mi
- Yellowstone Art Museum4.54 mi
- Roots Garden Center4.71 mi
- Pictograph Cave State Park4.48.5 mi
- Amend Park4.43.2 mi
- Riverfront Park4.54.3 mi
- Pioneer Park4.63.1 mi
- Zimmerman Park4.71.3 mi
- Lake Hills Golf Course4.35.3 mi
- Eaglerock Golf Course4.411.8 mi
- Yellowstone Country Club4.63.6 mi
- Laurel Golf Club4.612.9 mi
- Billings Par 34.72 mi
- Rimrock Mall41.7 mi
- Ross Dress for Less42.2 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.22.2 mi
- Albertsons44 mi
- Shipton's Big R West4.43 mi
- Billings-Logan International Airport4.42.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major commercial artery with diverse dining and retail options.
Access to various neighborhood parks and green spaces.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.