63638 Zip Code, Ellington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ellington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 136 / 300 High

Violent Crime 139

39% above national avg

Property Crime 105

5% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 63638 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 63638 in Ellington, MO has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ellington.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 157 (57% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

63638 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Ellington	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	157	+57%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	74	-26%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate

63638 Crime Map

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63638 Demographics & Context

Population

3,591

Median Income

$42,392

Home Value

$180,252

Median Age

Pop. Density

9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.3%

Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

72%

28%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%

Black 0.3%

Hispanic 1.6%

Asian 0.3%

63638 Crime Map

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Ellington Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 63638, Ellington?

Zip code 63638 in Ellington, MO has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 63638 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ellington.

Is Zip code 63638 a safe neighborhood in Ellington?

Zip code 63638 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ellington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ellington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 63638?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 63638 is Rape, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 63638?

Zip code 63638 has a population of approximately 3,591. The median household income is $42,392. The median home value is $180,252. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 63638 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 63638's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Ellington, 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.