66956 Zip Code, Mankato

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mankato

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 131 / 300 High
Violent Crime 138
38% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 66956 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 66956 in Mankato, KS has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mankato.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 149 (49% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 79 (21% below avg)

66956 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
139 +39% Moderate
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
149 +49% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

66956 Crime Map

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66956 Demographics & Context

Population
1,291
Median Income
$53,614
Home Value
$55,771
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.7%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.4%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 0.6%
66956 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 66956, Mankato?

Zip code 66956 in Mankato, KS has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 66956 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mankato.

Is Zip code 66956 a safe neighborhood in Mankato?

Zip code 66956 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mankato, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 149), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mankato.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 66956?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 66956 is Rape, with a crime index of 149 (49% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 66956?

Zip code 66956 has a population of approximately 1,291. The median household income is $53,614. The median home value is $55,771. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 66956 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 66956's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Mankato, 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.