66002 Zip Code, Atchison

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Atchison

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 91 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 66002 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 66002 in Atchison, KS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Atchison.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 93).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 93 (7% below avg)

66002 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
93 -7% Average
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
107 +7% Moderate
Rape
120 +20% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
120 +20% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

66002 Crime Map

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66002 Demographics & Context

Population
13,464
Median Income
$65,997
Home Value
$157,224
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
75/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.6%
Graduate Degree 10.3%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.8%
Black 5.8%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 66002, Atchison?

Zip code 66002 in Atchison, KS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average. Zip code 66002 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Atchison.

Is Zip code 66002 a safe neighborhood in Atchison?

Zip code 66002 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Atchison, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 128), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 93). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Atchison.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 66002?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 66002 is Burglary, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 66002?

Zip code 66002 has a population of approximately 13,464. The median household income is $65,997. The median home value is $157,224. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 66002 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 66002's overall crime rate is 9% below the national average (index 91 vs 100). Within Atchison, 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.