65609 Zip Code, Bakersfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bakersfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 128 / 300 High

Violent Crime 136

36% above national avg

Property Crime 118

18% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 65609 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 65609 in Bakersfield, MO has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bakersfield.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 89).

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 150 (50% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 89 (11% below avg)

65609 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Bakersfield	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	89	-11%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate

65609 Crime Map

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65609 Demographics & Context

Population

826

Median Income

$47,537

Home Value

$82,656

Median Age

Pop. Density

22/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10%

Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

74%

26%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.9%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 1.4%

Asian 0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 65609, Bakersfield?

Zip code 65609 in Bakersfield, MO has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 65609 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bakersfield.

Is Zip code 65609 a safe neighborhood in Bakersfield?

Zip code 65609 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bakersfield, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 150), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bakersfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 65609?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 65609 is Robbery, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 65609?

Zip code 65609 has a population of approximately 826. The median household income is $47,537. The median home value is $82,656. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 65609 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 65609's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Bakersfield, 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.