65248 Zip Code, Fayette

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fayette

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 135 / 300 High
Violent Crime 136
36% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 65248 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 65248 in Fayette, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fayette.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 116).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 116 (16% above avg)

65248 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
143 +43% Moderate
Assault
127 +27% Moderate
Robbery
137 +37% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
121 +21% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

65248 Crime Map

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65248 Demographics & Context

Population
4,749
Median Income
$56,196
Home Value
$111,051
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
29/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.5%
Graduate Degree 15%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.7%
Black 9.3%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.5%
65248 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 65248, Fayette?

Zip code 65248 in Fayette, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 65248 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fayette.

Is Zip code 65248 a safe neighborhood in Fayette?

Zip code 65248 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fayette, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 143), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 116). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fayette.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 65248?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 65248 is Murder, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 65248?

Zip code 65248 has a population of approximately 4,749. The median household income is $56,196. The median home value is $111,051. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 65248 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 65248's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Fayette, 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.