83253 Zip Code, May

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in May

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 132 / 300 High
Violent Crime 146
46% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
May zip codes

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Is 83253 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 83253 in May, ID has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in May.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 102 (2% above avg)

83253 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
145 +45% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
153 +53% High
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
137 +37% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
102 +2% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

83253 Crime Map

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83253 Demographics & Context

Population
1,242
Median Income
$60,400
Home Value
$515,114
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.4%
Graduate Degree 7.6%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.4%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 6.4%
Asian 0.5%
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May Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 83253, May?

Zip code 83253 in May, ID has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 83253 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in May.

Is Zip code 83253 a safe neighborhood in May?

Zip code 83253 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in May, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in May.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 83253?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 83253 is Rape, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 83253?

Zip code 83253 has a population of approximately 1,242. The median household income is $60,400. The median home value is $515,114. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 83253 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 83253's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within May, 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.