59540 Zip Code, Rudyard

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rudyard

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 183 / 300 High
Violent Crime 155
55% above national avg
Property Crime 57
43% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 59540 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 59540 in Rudyard, MT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 183, which is 83% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rudyard.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 172, 72% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 172 (72% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 8 (92% below avg)

59540 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
160 +60% High
Assault
172 +72% High
Robbery
142 +42% Moderate
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
143 +43% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
8 -92% Low
Vehicle Theft
21 -79% Low

59540 Crime Map

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59540 Demographics & Context

Population
228
Median Income
$54,981
Home Value
$59,133
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.9%
Graduate Degree 0.8%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.1%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 0%
59540 Crime Map
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Rudyard Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59540, Rudyard?

Zip code 59540 in Rudyard, MT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 183, which is 83% above the national average. Zip code 59540 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rudyard.

Is Zip code 59540 a safe neighborhood in Rudyard?

Zip code 59540 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rudyard, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 172), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rudyard.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59540?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59540 is Assault, with a crime index of 172 (72% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59540?

Zip code 59540 has a population of approximately 228. The median household income is $54,981. The median home value is $59,133. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59540 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59540's overall crime rate is 83% above the national average (index 183 vs 100). Within Rudyard, 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.