64759 Zip Code, Lamar

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lamar

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 64759 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 64759 in Lamar, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lamar.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 116).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 116 (16% above avg)

64759 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
136 +36% Moderate
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
131 +31% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
135 +35% Moderate

64759 Crime Map

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64759 Demographics & Context

Population
7,280
Median Income
$57,272
Home Value
$126,612
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.1%
Graduate Degree 9.3%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.7%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 64759, Lamar?

Zip code 64759 in Lamar, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 64759 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lamar.

Is Zip code 64759 a safe neighborhood in Lamar?

Zip code 64759 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lamar, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 136), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 116). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lamar.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 64759?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 64759 is Assault, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 64759?

Zip code 64759 has a population of approximately 7,280. The median household income is $57,272. The median home value is $126,612. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 64759 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 64759's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Lamar, 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.