66801 Zip Code, Emporia

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Emporia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 66801 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 66801 in Emporia, KS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Emporia.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 111 (11% above avg)

66801 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
130 +30% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
129 +29% Moderate

66801 Crime Map

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66801 Demographics & Context

Population
27,741
Median Income
$50,187
Home Value
$101,652
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
83/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.1%
Graduate Degree 10.5%

Housing

55%
45%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.7%
Black 3.6%
Hispanic 24.4%
Asian 3.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 66801, Emporia?

Zip code 66801 in Emporia, KS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 66801 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Emporia.

Is Zip code 66801 a safe neighborhood in Emporia?

Zip code 66801 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Emporia, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 130), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Emporia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 66801?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 66801 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 130 (30% 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 66801?

Zip code 66801 has a population of approximately 27,741. The median household income is $50,187. The median home value is $101,652. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 66801 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 66801's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Emporia, 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.