81226 Zip Code, Florence

Last updated: October 18, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Florence

Summary: 81226 (Florence, CO) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 81226, Florence, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 39% below the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 18, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 61 / 300 High
Violent Crime 71
29% below national avg
Property Crime 73
27% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 81226 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 81226 in Florence, CO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 61, which is 39% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Florence.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 85, 15% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 56).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 85 (15% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 56 (44% below avg)

81226 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
67 -33% Low
Assault
56 -44% Low
Robbery
77 -23% Low
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
58 -42% Low
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
82 -18% Average

81226 Crime Map

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81226 Demographics & Context

Population
9,198
Median Income
$51,498
Home Value
$290,198
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
102/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%
Graduate Degree 15.4%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.3%
Black 12.4%
Hispanic 22.4%
Asian 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81226, Florence?

Zip code 81226 in Florence, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 61, which is 39% below the national average. Zip code 81226 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Florence.

Is Zip code 81226 a safe neighborhood in Florence?

Zip code 81226 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Florence, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 85), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 56). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Florence.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81226?

The most common crime type in Zip code 81226 is Rape, with a crime index of 85 (15% below the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 81226?

Zip code 81226 has a population of approximately 9,198. The median household income is $51,498. The median home value is $290,198. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81226 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81226's overall crime rate is 39% below the national average (index 61 vs 100). Within Florence, 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 October 2026.