85602 Zip Code, Benson

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Benson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 105
5% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 85602 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 85602 in Benson, AZ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Benson.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 129 (29% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 60 (40% below avg)

85602 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
93 -7% Average
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
105 +5% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
60 -40% Low
Vehicle Theft
63 -37% Low

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85602 Demographics & Context

Population
12,595
Median Income
$62,786
Home Value
$248,078
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.6%
Graduate Degree 9.8%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 19.2%
Asian 1.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 85602, Benson?

Zip code 85602 in Benson, AZ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 85602 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Benson.

Is Zip code 85602 a safe neighborhood in Benson?

Zip code 85602 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Benson, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 129), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Benson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 85602?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 85602 is Burglary, with a crime index of 129 (29% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 85602?

Zip code 85602 has a population of approximately 12,595. The median household income is $62,786. The median home value is $248,078. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 85602 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 85602's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Benson, 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.