59522 Zip Code, Chester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 59522 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 59522 in Chester, MT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chester.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 67). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 67 (33% below avg)

59522 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
132 +32% Moderate
Rape
146 +46% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
102 +2% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
67 -33% Low
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

59522 Crime Map

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59522 Demographics & Context

Population
1,226
Median Income
$53,801
Home Value
$82,724
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.3%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.7%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.4%
Asian 0.2%
59522 Crime Map
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Chester Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59522, Chester?

Zip code 59522 in Chester, MT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 59522 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chester.

Is Zip code 59522 a safe neighborhood in Chester?

Zip code 59522 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chester, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 67). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59522?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59522 is Rape, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59522?

Zip code 59522 has a population of approximately 1,226. The median household income is $53,801. The median home value is $82,724. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59522 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59522's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Chester, 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.