05820 Zip Code, Albany

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Albany

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 149 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 05820 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 05820 in Albany, VT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Albany.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 163 (63% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 89 (11% below avg)

05820 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
159 +59% High
Assault
109 +9% Moderate
Robbery
161 +61% High
Rape
163 +63% High
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
89 -11% Average
Vehicle Theft
126 +26% Moderate

05820 Crime Map

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05820 Demographics & Context

Population
111
Median Income
$49,559
Home Value
$203,307
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.4%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.6%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 0.5%
05820 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05820, Albany?

Zip code 05820 in Albany, VT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 05820 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Albany.

Is Zip code 05820 a safe neighborhood in Albany?

Zip code 05820 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Albany, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 163), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Albany.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05820?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05820 is Rape, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05820?

Zip code 05820 has a population of approximately 111. The median household income is $49,559. The median home value is $203,307. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05820 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05820's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Albany, 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.