63846 Zip Code, Essex

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Essex

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 63846 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 63846 in Essex, 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 Essex.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% 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 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

63846 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
142 +42% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
115 +15% Moderate

63846 Crime Map

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63846 Demographics & Context

Population
1,474
Median Income
$51,485
Home Value
$140,952
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.9%
Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.5%
Black 5.6%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 0%
63846 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 63846, Essex?

Zip code 63846 in Essex, 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 63846 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Essex.

Is Zip code 63846 a safe neighborhood in Essex?

Zip code 63846 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Essex, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Essex.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 63846?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 63846 is Rape, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 63846?

Zip code 63846 has a population of approximately 1,474. The median household income is $51,485. The median home value is $140,952. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 63846 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 63846's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Essex, 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.