96120 Zip Code, Markleeville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Markleeville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 91
9% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 96120 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 96120 in Markleeville, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Markleeville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

96120 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
102 +2% Moderate
Assault
137 +37% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
87 -13% Average

96120 Crime Map

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96120 Demographics & Context

Population
678
Median Income
$76,471
Home Value
$599,365
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.6%
Graduate Degree 15.7%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.7%
Black 0%
Hispanic 7.3%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 96120, Markleeville?

Zip code 96120 in Markleeville, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 96120 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Markleeville.

Is Zip code 96120 a safe neighborhood in Markleeville?

Zip code 96120 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Markleeville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 137), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Markleeville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 96120?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 96120 is Assault, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 96120?

Zip code 96120 has a population of approximately 678. The median household income is $76,471. The median home value is $599,365. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 96120 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 96120's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Markleeville, 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.