59538 Zip Code, Malta

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Malta

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 59538 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 59538 in Malta, MT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Malta.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 73 (27% below avg)

59538 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
136 +36% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
73 -27% Low
Vehicle Theft
81 -19% Average

59538 Crime Map

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59538 Demographics & Context

Population
2,973
Median Income
$55,086
Home Value
$87,860
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.3%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.7%
Black 0%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59538, Malta?

Zip code 59538 in Malta, MT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 59538 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Malta.

Is Zip code 59538 a safe neighborhood in Malta?

Zip code 59538 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Malta, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 148), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Malta.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59538?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59538 is Rape, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59538?

Zip code 59538 has a population of approximately 2,973. The median household income is $55,086. The median home value is $87,860. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59538 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59538's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Malta, 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.