NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 59501

MT · Population: 12,358

B
69/100
48
C
Safety
75
B+
Affordability
73
B+
Quality of Life
81
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 59501

Zip code 59501 is located in Montana and is home to approximately 12,358 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 69/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $62,188 and home values around $198,100, 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 24.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.9%.

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
$62,188
Home Value
$198,100
Rent
$770/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
24.7%
Unemployment
2.9%
Owner-Occupied
67%
Rent Burden
14.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety48CLower crime = higher score
Affordability75B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life73B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy81ALower unemployment = higher
Overall69BWeighted 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).