99561 Zip Code, Chefornak

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chefornak

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 91 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 99561 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 99561 in Chefornak, AK has a safety grade of B. 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 Chefornak.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 54).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 54 (46% below avg)

99561 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
83 -17% Average
Robbery
73 -27% Low
Rape
109 +9% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
54 -46% Low
Vehicle Theft
127 +27% Moderate

99561 Crime Map

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99561 Demographics & Context

Population
4
Median Income
$35,000
Home Value
$102,344
Median Age
27
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 2.6%
Graduate Degree 0.5%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 2.1%
Black 0%
Hispanic 0.4%
Asian 0%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 99561, Chefornak?

Zip code 99561 in Chefornak, AK has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average. Zip code 99561 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chefornak.

Is Zip code 99561 a safe neighborhood in Chefornak?

Zip code 99561 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chefornak, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 127), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 54). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chefornak.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 99561?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 99561 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 127 (27% 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 99561?

Zip code 99561 has a population of approximately 4. The median household income is $35,000. The median home value is $102,344. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 99561 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 99561's overall crime rate is 9% below the national average (index 91 vs 100). Within Chefornak, 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.