99603 Zip Code, Homer

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Homer

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 99603 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 99603 in Homer, AK has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Homer.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 76 (24% below avg)

99603 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
124 +24% Moderate
Rape
137 +37% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
76 -24% Low
Vehicle Theft
115 +15% Moderate

99603 Crime Map

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99603 Demographics & Context

Population
8,024
Median Income
$69,943
Home Value
$408,486
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.7%
Graduate Degree 10.7%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.1%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 99603, Homer?

Zip code 99603 in Homer, AK has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 99603 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Homer.

Is Zip code 99603 a safe neighborhood in Homer?

Zip code 99603 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Homer, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 137), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Homer.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 99603?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 99603 is Rape, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 99603?

Zip code 99603 has a population of approximately 8,024. The median household income is $69,943. The median home value is $408,486. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 99603 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 99603's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Homer, 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.