59871 Zip Code, Sula

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sula

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 184 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 59871 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 59871 in Sula, MT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 184, which is 84% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sula.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 184, 84% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 14). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 184 (84% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 14 (86% below avg)

59871 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
118 +18% Moderate
Assault
184 +84% High
Robbery
31 -69% Low
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
180 +80% High
Larceny / Theft
14 -86% Low
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

59871 Crime Map

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59871 Demographics & Context

Population
675
Median Income
$37,691
Home Value
$176,924
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.3%
Graduate Degree 2.6%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 1%
59871 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 59871, Sula?

Zip code 59871 in Sula, MT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 184, which is 84% above the national average. Zip code 59871 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sula.

Is Zip code 59871 a safe neighborhood in Sula?

Zip code 59871 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sula, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 184), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 14). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sula.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 59871?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 59871 is Assault, with a crime index of 184 (84% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 59871?

Zip code 59871 has a population of approximately 675. The median household income is $37,691. The median home value is $176,924. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 59871 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 59871's overall crime rate is 84% above the national average (index 184 vs 100). Within Sula, 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.