59442 Zip Code, Fort Benton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Benton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 131 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 61
39% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 59442 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 59442 in Fort Benton, MT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Benton.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 33 (67% below avg)

59442 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
94 -6% Average
Rape
102 +2% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
103 +3% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
33 -67% Low

59442 Crime Map

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59442 Demographics & Context

Population
1,682
Median Income
$64,866
Home Value
$120,998
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.4%
Graduate Degree 8%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.9%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.4%
59442 Crime Map
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Fort Benton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59442, Fort Benton?

Zip code 59442 in Fort Benton, MT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 59442 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Benton.

Is Zip code 59442 a safe neighborhood in Fort Benton?

Zip code 59442 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Benton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 146), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Benton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59442?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59442 is Assault, 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 59442?

Zip code 59442 has a population of approximately 1,682. The median household income is $64,866. The median home value is $120,998. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59442 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59442's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Fort Benton, 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.