91916 Zip Code, Descanso

Last updated: July 28, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Descanso

Summary: 91916 (Descanso, CA) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 91916 in Descanso, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Descanso.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: July 28, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 154 / 300 High
Violent Crime 142
42% above national avg
Property Crime 81
19% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 91916 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 91916 in Descanso, CA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Descanso.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 188, 88% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 188 (88% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 22 (78% below avg)

91916 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
131 +31% Moderate
Robbery
166 +66% High
Rape
150 +50% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
188 +88% High
Larceny / Theft
34 -66% Low
Vehicle Theft
22 -78% Low

91916 Crime Map

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91916 Demographics & Context

Population
2,098
Median Income
$63,002
Home Value
$569,444
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
30/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.4%
Graduate Degree 8.5%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.2%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 15.8%
Asian 1.9%
91916 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 91916, Descanso?

Zip code 91916 in Descanso, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average. Zip code 91916 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Descanso.

Is Zip code 91916 a safe neighborhood in Descanso?

Zip code 91916 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Descanso, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 188), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Descanso.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 91916?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 91916 is Burglary, with a crime index of 188 (88% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 91916?

Zip code 91916 has a population of approximately 2,098. The median household income is $63,002. The median home value is $569,444. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 91916 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 91916's overall crime rate is 54% above the national average (index 154 vs 100). Within Descanso, 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 July 2026.