93442 Zip Code, Morro Bay

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Morro Bay

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 135 / 300 High

Violent Crime 92

8% below national avg

Property Crime 109

9% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 93442 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 93442 in Morro Bay, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Morro Bay.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 39).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 164 (64% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 39 (61% below avg)

93442 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Morro Bay	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	100	0%	N/A	Average
Assault	164	+64%	N/A	High
Robbery	39	-61%	N/A	Low
Rape	63	-37%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate

93442 Crime Map

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93442 Demographics & Context

Population

11,727

Median Income

$78,159

Home Value

$848,770

Median Age

Pop. Density

242/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.8%

Graduate Degree 15.7%

Housing

55%

45%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.2%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 16.9%

Asian 4.3%

93442 Crime Map

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Morro Bay Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 93442, Morro Bay?

Zip code 93442 in Morro Bay, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 93442 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Morro Bay.

Is Zip code 93442 a safe neighborhood in Morro Bay?

Zip code 93442 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Morro Bay, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 164), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 39). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Morro Bay.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 93442?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 93442 is Assault, with a crime index of 164 (64% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 93442?

Zip code 93442 has a population of approximately 11,727. The median household income is $78,159. The median home value is $848,770. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 93442 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 93442's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Morro Bay, 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.