86504 Zip Code, Fort Defiance

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Defiance

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 87 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 142
42% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 86504 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 86504 in Fort Defiance, AZ has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Defiance.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 103). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 103 (3% above avg)

86504 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
107 +7% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
140 +40% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
139 +39% Moderate

86504 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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86504 Demographics & Context

Population
5,653
Median Income
$31,833
Home Value
$53,038
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
17/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.1%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 3.4%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 1.4%
86504 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 86504, Fort Defiance?

Zip code 86504 in Fort Defiance, AZ has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average. Zip code 86504 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Defiance.

Is Zip code 86504 a safe neighborhood in Fort Defiance?

Zip code 86504 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Defiance, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 148), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Defiance.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 86504?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 86504 is Burglary, with a crime index of 148 (48% 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 86504?

Zip code 86504 has a population of approximately 5,653. The median household income is $31,833. The median home value is $53,038. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 86504 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 86504's overall crime rate is 13% below the national average (index 87 vs 100). Within Fort Defiance, 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.