Zip Code 59044

MT · Population: 12,851

B
62/100
32
D
Safety
77
B+
Affordability
60
B
Quality of Life
77
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 59044

Zip code 59044 is located in Montana and is home to approximately 12,851 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 62/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

With a median household income of $83,687 and home values around $284,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 23.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.7%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$83,687
Home Value
$284,500
Rent
$947/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
23.7%
Unemployment
1.7%
Owner-Occupied
74.4%
Rent Burden
13.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety32DLower crime = higher score
Affordability77B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life60BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy77B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall62BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).