81621 Zip Code, Basalt

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Basalt

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 72 / 300 High
Violent Crime 101
1% above national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 81621 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 81621 in Basalt, CO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 72, which is 28% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Basalt.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 72).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 72 (28% below avg)

81621 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
84 -16% Average
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
130 +30% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
103 +3% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
93 -7% Average
Vehicle Theft
89 -11% Average

81621 Crime Map

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81621 Demographics & Context

Population
8,054
Median Income
$89,697
Home Value
$1,152,818
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.6%
Graduate Degree 11%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 75.8%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 30.1%
Asian 1.9%
81621 Crime Map
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Basalt Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81621, Basalt?

Zip code 81621 in Basalt, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 72, which is 28% below the national average. Zip code 81621 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Basalt.

Is Zip code 81621 a safe neighborhood in Basalt?

Zip code 81621 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Basalt, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 130), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Basalt.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81621?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 81621 is Robbery, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 81621?

Zip code 81621 has a population of approximately 8,054. The median household income is $89,697. The median home value is $1,152,818. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81621 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81621's overall crime rate is 28% below the national average (index 72 vs 100). Within Basalt, 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.