59044 Zip Code, Laurel

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Laurel

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 56 / 300 High
Violent Crime 76
24% below national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 59044 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 59044 in Laurel, MT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 56, which is 44% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Laurel.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 107, 7% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 59).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 107 (7% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 59 (41% below avg)

59044 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
69 -31% Low
Assault
59 -41% Low
Robbery
99 -1% Average
Rape
76 -24% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
66 -34% Low
Vehicle Theft
77 -23% Low

59044 Crime Map

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59044 Demographics & Context

Population
13,297
Median Income
$77,011
Home Value
$357,886
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
75/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.6%
Graduate Degree 6.5%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.7%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59044, Laurel?

Zip code 59044 in Laurel, MT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 56, which is 44% below the national average. Zip code 59044 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Laurel.

Is Zip code 59044 a safe neighborhood in Laurel?

Zip code 59044 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Laurel, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 107), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 59). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Laurel.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59044?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59044 is Burglary, with a crime index of 107 (7% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59044?

Zip code 59044 has a population of approximately 13,297. The median household income is $77,011. The median home value is $357,886. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59044 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59044's overall crime rate is 44% below the national average (index 56 vs 100). Within Laurel, 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.