96022 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 Low
Low 67 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 96022 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 96022 in Cottonwood, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 67, which is 33% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottonwood.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 119, 19% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 119 (19% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 41 (59% below avg)

96022 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
65 -35% Low
Assault
67 -33% Low
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
97 -3% Average
Larceny / Theft
41 -59% Low
Vehicle Theft
42 -58% Low

96022 Crime Map

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96022 Demographics & Context

Population
14,691
Median Income
$67,997
Home Value
$351,694
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
59/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.4%
Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.1%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 10.9%
Asian 2.2%
96022 Crime Map
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Cottonwood Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 96022, Cottonwood?

Zip code 96022 in Cottonwood, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 67, which is 33% below the national average. Zip code 96022 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cottonwood.

Is Zip code 96022 a safe neighborhood in Cottonwood?

Zip code 96022 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cottonwood, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 119), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cottonwood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 96022?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 96022 is Rape, with a crime index of 119 (19% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 96022?

Zip code 96022 has a population of approximately 14,691. The median household income is $67,997. The median home value is $351,694. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 96022 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 96022's overall crime rate is 33% below the national average (index 67 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.