82520 Zip Code, Lander

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lander

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 122 / 300 High

Violent Crime 125

25% above national avg

Property Crime 113

13% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 82520 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 82520 in Lander, WY has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lander.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 136 (36% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 102 (2% above avg)

82520 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Lander	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate

82520 Crime Map

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82520 Demographics & Context

Population

14,158

Median Income

$68,868

Home Value

$278,677

Median Age

Pop. Density

4/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.5%

Graduate Degree 10.6%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67.4%

Black 0.2%

Hispanic 5.1%

Asian 0.9%

82520 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 82520, Lander?

Zip code 82520 in Lander, WY has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 82520 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lander.

Is Zip code 82520 a safe neighborhood in Lander?

Zip code 82520 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lander, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lander.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 82520?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 82520 is Rape, 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 82520?

Zip code 82520 has a population of approximately 14,158. The median household income is $68,868. The median home value is $278,677. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 82520 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 82520's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Lander, 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.