95959 Zip Code, Nevada City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Nevada City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 98 / 300 High
Violent Crime 96
4% below national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 95959 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 95959 in Nevada City, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 98, which is 2% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Nevada City.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 110, 10% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 68).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 110 (10% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 68 (32% below avg)

95959 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
91 -9% Average
Assault
86 -14% Average
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
110 +10% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
90 -10% Average
Larceny / Theft
90 -10% Average
Vehicle Theft
68 -32% Low

95959 Crime Map

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95959 Demographics & Context

Population
18,955
Median Income
$79,268
Home Value
$626,336
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
38/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.9%
Graduate Degree 16.2%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.8%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 6.5%
Asian 1.4%
95959 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 95959, Nevada City?

Zip code 95959 in Nevada City, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 98, which is 2% below the national average. Zip code 95959 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Nevada City.

Is Zip code 95959 a safe neighborhood in Nevada City?

Zip code 95959 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Nevada City, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 110), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 68). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Nevada City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 95959?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 95959 is Rape, with a crime index of 110 (10% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 95959?

Zip code 95959 has a population of approximately 18,955. The median household income is $79,268. The median home value is $626,336. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 95959 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 95959's overall crime rate is 2% below the national average (index 98 vs 100). Within Nevada City, 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.