81321 Zip Code, Cortez

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cortez

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 120 / 300 High

Violent Crime 123

23% above national avg

Property Crime 129

29% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 81321 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 81321 in Cortez, CO has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cortez.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 131 (31% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 114 (14% above avg)

81321 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Cortez	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate

81321 Crime Map

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81321 Demographics & Context

Population

15,874

Median Income

$55,015

Home Value

$288,256

Median Age

Pop. Density

25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.7%

Graduate Degree 10.4%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.1%

Black 0.5%

Hispanic 15.7%

Asian 1%

81321 Crime Map

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Cortez Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81321, Cortez?

Zip code 81321 in Cortez, CO has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 81321 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cortez.

Is Zip code 81321 a safe neighborhood in Cortez?

Zip code 81321 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cortez, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 131), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cortez.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81321?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 81321 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 131 (31% 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 81321?

Zip code 81321 has a population of approximately 15,874. The median household income is $55,015. The median home value is $288,256. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81321 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81321's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Cortez, 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.