59523 Zip Code, Chinook

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chinook

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 139 / 300 High
Violent Crime 140
40% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Chinook zip codes

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Is 59523 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 59523 in Chinook, MT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chinook.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 86 (14% below avg)

59523 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
143 +43% Moderate
Robbery
151 +51% High
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
86 -14% Average

59523 Crime Map

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59523 Demographics & Context

Population
2,265
Median Income
$50,701
Home Value
$85,760
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.7%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.1%
Black 0%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.3%
59523 Crime Map
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Chinook Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59523, Chinook?

Zip code 59523 in Chinook, MT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average. Zip code 59523 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chinook.

Is Zip code 59523 a safe neighborhood in Chinook?

Zip code 59523 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chinook, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 151), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chinook.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59523?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59523 is Robbery, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59523?

Zip code 59523 has a population of approximately 2,265. The median household income is $50,701. The median home value is $85,760. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59523 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59523's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average (index 139 vs 100). Within Chinook, 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.