65712 Zip Code, Mount Vernon

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Vernon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 115 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 65712 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 65712 in Mount Vernon, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Vernon.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 99 (1% below avg)

65712 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
143 +43% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
99 -1% Average
Larceny / Theft
119 +19% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

65712 Crime Map

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65712 Demographics & Context

Population
8,461
Median Income
$58,047
Home Value
$175,748
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
71/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.1%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.5%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 0.7%
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Mount Vernon Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 65712, Mount Vernon?

Zip code 65712 in Mount Vernon, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 65712 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mount Vernon.

Is Zip code 65712 a safe neighborhood in Mount Vernon?

Zip code 65712 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mount Vernon, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 143), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mount Vernon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 65712?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 65712 is Rape, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 65712?

Zip code 65712 has a population of approximately 8,461. The median household income is $58,047. The median home value is $175,748. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 65712 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 65712's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Mount Vernon, 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.