86326 Zip Code, Cottonwood

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottonwood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 127
27% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 86326 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 86326 in Cottonwood, AZ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottonwood.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 107).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 107 (7% above avg)

86326 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
139 +39% Moderate

86326 Crime Map

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86326 Demographics & Context

Population
25,442
Median Income
$58,446
Home Value
$400,190
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
328/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.3%
Graduate Degree 6.9%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 23.8%
Asian 1.2%
86326 Crime Map
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Cottonwood Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 86326, Cottonwood?

Zip code 86326 in Cottonwood, AZ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 86326 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cottonwood.

Is Zip code 86326 a safe neighborhood in Cottonwood?

Zip code 86326 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cottonwood, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 139), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 107). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cottonwood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 86326?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 86326 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 139 (39% 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 86326?

Zip code 86326 has a population of approximately 25,442. The median household income is $58,446. The median home value is $400,190. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 86326 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 86326's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Cottonwood, 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.