65606 Zip Code, Alton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Alton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 65606 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 65606 in Alton, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Alton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)

65606 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
140 +40% Moderate
Rape
137 +37% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
142 +42% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

65606 Crime Map

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65606 Demographics & Context

Population
3,120
Median Income
$36,032
Home Value
$165,288
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.5%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 65606, Alton?

Zip code 65606 in Alton, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 65606 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Alton.

Is Zip code 65606 a safe neighborhood in Alton?

Zip code 65606 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Alton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 142), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Alton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 65606?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 65606 is Burglary, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 65606?

Zip code 65606 has a population of approximately 3,120. The median household income is $36,032. The median home value is $165,288. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 65606 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 65606's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Alton, 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.