63048 Zip Code, Herculaneum

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Herculaneum

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 181 / 300 High
Violent Crime 176
76% above national avg
Property Crime 157
57% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 63048 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 63048 in Herculaneum, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 181, which is 81% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Herculaneum.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 188, 88% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 122).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 188 (88% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 122 (22% above avg)

63048 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
183 +83% High
Assault
186 +86% High
Robbery
146 +46% Moderate
Rape
188 +88% High
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
161 +61% High
Vehicle Theft
188 +88% High

63048 Crime Map

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63048 Demographics & Context

Population
3,504
Median Income
$70,411
Home Value
$228,666
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
742/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.6%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.1%
Black 2.9%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 63048, Herculaneum?

Zip code 63048 in Herculaneum, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 181, which is 81% above the national average. Zip code 63048 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Herculaneum.

Is Zip code 63048 a safe neighborhood in Herculaneum?

Zip code 63048 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Herculaneum, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 188), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 122). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Herculaneum.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 63048?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 63048 is Rape, with a crime index of 188 (88% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 63048?

Zip code 63048 has a population of approximately 3,504. The median household income is $70,411. The median home value is $228,666. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 63048 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 63048's overall crime rate is 81% above the national average (index 181 vs 100). Within Herculaneum, 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.