59474 Zip Code, Shelby

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shelby

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 119
19% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 59474 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 59474 in Shelby, MT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shelby.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 93).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 93 (7% below avg)

59474 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
123 +23% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
93 -7% Average
Larceny / Theft
125 +25% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
133 +33% Moderate

59474 Crime Map

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59474 Demographics & Context

Population
3,397
Median Income
$60,149
Home Value
$124,720
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
5/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.6%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 4.2%
Asian 0.7%
59474 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59474, Shelby?

Zip code 59474 in Shelby, MT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 59474 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shelby.

Is Zip code 59474 a safe neighborhood in Shelby?

Zip code 59474 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shelby, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 133), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 93). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shelby.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59474?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59474 is Rape, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59474?

Zip code 59474 has a population of approximately 3,397. The median household income is $60,149. The median home value is $124,720. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59474 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59474's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Shelby, 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.