65655 Zip Code, Gainesville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gainesville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 153
53% above national avg
Property Crime 132
32% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 65655 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 65655 in Gainesville, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gainesville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 161, 61% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 125). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 161 (61% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 125 (25% above avg)

65655 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
149 +49% Moderate
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
161 +61% High
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
125 +25% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
143 +43% Moderate

65655 Crime Map

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65655 Demographics & Context

Population
1,285
Median Income
$39,326
Home Value
$272,918
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
21/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.7%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.9%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 65655, Gainesville?

Zip code 65655 in Gainesville, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 65655 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gainesville.

Is Zip code 65655 a safe neighborhood in Gainesville?

Zip code 65655 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gainesville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 161), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 125). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gainesville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 65655?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 65655 is Robbery, with a crime index of 161 (61% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 65655?

Zip code 65655 has a population of approximately 1,285. The median household income is $39,326. The median home value is $272,918. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 65655 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 65655's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Gainesville, 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.