81230 Zip Code, Gunnison

Last updated: May 1, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gunnison

Summary: 81230 (Gunnison, CO) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 81230 in Gunnison, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gunnison.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 1, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 96 / 300 High
Violent Crime 119
19% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 81230 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 81230 in Gunnison, CO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gunnison.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 103 (3% above avg)

81230 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
109 +9% Moderate
Robbery
142 +42% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
108 +8% Moderate

81230 Crime Map

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

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81230 Demographics & Context

Population
11,480
Median Income
$66,119
Home Value
$513,931
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.9%
Graduate Degree 16.7%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.2%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 13.8%
Asian 0.9%
81230 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81230, Gunnison?

Zip code 81230 in Gunnison, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. Zip code 81230 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gunnison.

Is Zip code 81230 a safe neighborhood in Gunnison?

Zip code 81230 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gunnison, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 142), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gunnison.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81230?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 81230 is Robbery, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 81230?

Zip code 81230 has a population of approximately 11,480. The median household income is $66,119. The median home value is $513,931. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81230 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81230's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average (index 96 vs 100). Within Gunnison, 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 May 2026.