85621 Zip Code, Nogales

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Nogales

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 97 / 300 High
Violent Crime 106
6% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 85621 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 85621 in Nogales, AZ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Nogales.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 135 (35% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 97 (3% below avg)

85621 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
108 +8% Moderate
Assault
97 -3% Average
Robbery
100 0% Average
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
105 +5% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
117 +17% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
135 +35% Moderate

85621 Crime Map

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85621 Demographics & Context

Population
26,720
Median Income
$43,798
Home Value
$196,252
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
74/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%
Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

53%
47%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.5%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 92.5%
Asian 0.6%
85621 Crime Map
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Nogales Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 85621, Nogales?

Zip code 85621 in Nogales, AZ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average. Zip code 85621 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Nogales.

Is Zip code 85621 a safe neighborhood in Nogales?

Zip code 85621 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Nogales, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 135), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Nogales.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 85621?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 85621 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 135 (35% 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 85621?

Zip code 85621 has a population of approximately 26,720. The median household income is $43,798. The median home value is $196,252. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 85621 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 85621's overall crime rate is 3% below the national average (index 97 vs 100). Within Nogales, 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.