59261 Zip Code, Saco

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Saco

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 59261 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 59261 in Saco, MT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Saco.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% 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
Burglary · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 73 (27% below avg)

59261 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
155 +55% High
Larceny / Theft
73 -27% Low
Vehicle Theft
89 -11% Average

59261 Crime Map

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59261 Demographics & Context

Population
265
Median Income
$69,132
Home Value
$78,000
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.5%
Black 0%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 0.3%
59261 Crime Map
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Saco Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59261, Saco?

Zip code 59261 in Saco, MT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 59261 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Saco.

Is Zip code 59261 a safe neighborhood in Saco?

Zip code 59261 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Saco, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 155), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Saco.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59261?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59261 is Burglary, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59261?

Zip code 59261 has a population of approximately 265. The median household income is $69,132. The median home value is $78,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59261 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59261's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Saco, 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.