81126 Zip Code, Chama

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chama

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 57
43% below national avg
Property Crime 46
54% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Chama zip codes

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Is 81126 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 81126 in Chama, CO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chama.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 117, 17% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 9).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 117 (17% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 9 (91% below avg)

81126 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
45 -55% Low
Assault
117 +17% Moderate
Robbery
17 -83% Low
Rape
47 -53% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
103 +3% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
27 -73% Low
Vehicle Theft
9 -91% Low

81126 Crime Map

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81126 Demographics & Context

Population
5
Median Income
$22,755
Home Value
$86,396
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.5%
Graduate Degree 5.6%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.8%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 71.3%
Asian 0.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81126, Chama?

Zip code 81126 in Chama, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 81126 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chama.

Is Zip code 81126 a safe neighborhood in Chama?

Zip code 81126 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chama, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 117), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chama.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81126?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 81126 is Assault, with a crime index of 117 (17% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 81126?

Zip code 81126 has a population of approximately 5. The median household income is $22,755. The median home value is $86,396. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81126 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81126's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Chama, 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.