92251 Zip Code, Imperial

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Imperial

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 91 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 100
0% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 92251 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 92251 in Imperial, CA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Imperial.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 110, 10% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 68).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 110 (10% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 68 (32% below avg)

92251 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
68 -32% Low
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
92 -8% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
85 -15% Average
Larceny / Theft
110 +10% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

92251 Crime Map

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

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92251 Demographics & Context

Population
15,953
Median Income
$71,829
Home Value
$317,332
Median Age
32
Pop. Density
54/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.2%
Graduate Degree 7.9%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.9%
Black 3.5%
Hispanic 77.3%
Asian 2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 92251, Imperial?

Zip code 92251 in Imperial, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average. Zip code 92251 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Imperial.

Is Zip code 92251 a safe neighborhood in Imperial?

Zip code 92251 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Imperial, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 110), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 68). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Imperial.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 92251?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 92251 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 110 (10% 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 92251?

Zip code 92251 has a population of approximately 15,953. The median household income is $71,829. The median home value is $317,332. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 92251 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 92251's overall crime rate is 9% below the national average (index 91 vs 100). Within Imperial, 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.