59820 Zip Code, Alberton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Alberton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 59820 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 59820 in Alberton, MT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Alberton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 22 (78% below avg)

59820 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Alberton city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
88 -12% Average
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
118 +18% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
40 -60% Low
Vehicle Theft
22 -78% Low

59820 Crime Map

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59820 Demographics & Context

Population
1,221
Median Income
$66,874
Home Value
$251,618
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
4/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.9%
Graduate Degree 11.6%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.8%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59820, Alberton?

Zip code 59820 in Alberton, MT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 59820 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Alberton.

Is Zip code 59820 a safe neighborhood in Alberton?

Zip code 59820 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Alberton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 126), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Alberton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59820?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59820 is Robbery, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59820?

Zip code 59820 has a population of approximately 1,221. The median household income is $66,874. The median home value is $251,618. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59820 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59820's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Alberton, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.