81055 Zip Code, La Veta

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in La Veta

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 139 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 81055 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 81055 in La Veta, CO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in La Veta.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 60 (40% below avg)

81055 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
143 +43% Moderate
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
60 -40% Low
Vehicle Theft
71 -29% Low

81055 Crime Map

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81055 Demographics & Context

Population
1,719
Median Income
$56,746
Home Value
$367,173
Median Age
58
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.6%
Graduate Degree 10.9%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.9%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 14%
Asian 0.5%
81055 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81055, La Veta?

Zip code 81055 in La Veta, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average. Zip code 81055 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in La Veta.

Is Zip code 81055 a safe neighborhood in La Veta?

Zip code 81055 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in La Veta, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in La Veta.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81055?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 81055 is Assault, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 81055?

Zip code 81055 has a population of approximately 1,719. The median household income is $56,746. The median home value is $367,173. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81055 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81055's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average (index 139 vs 100). Within La Veta, 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.