99789 Zip Code, Nuiqsut

Crime Rate & Statistics

D+

Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Nuiqsut

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 146 / 300 High

Violent Crime 128

28% above national avg

Property Crime 93

7% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 99789 a Safe Zip Code?

No — crime is noticeably above average here. Zip code 99789 in Nuiqsut, AK has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Nuiqsut.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 34). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 167 (67% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 34 (66% below avg)

99789 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Nuiqsut	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	164	+64%	N/A	High
Robbery	34	-66%	N/A	Low
Rape	167	+67%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	80	-20%	N/A	Low
Larceny / Theft	53	-47%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate

99789 Crime Map

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99789 Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$67,500

Home Value

$115,440

Median Age

Pop. Density

0/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.5%

Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

63%

37%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 12.5%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 1%

Asian 0.1%

99789 Crime Map

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Nuiqsut Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 99789, Nuiqsut?

Zip code 99789 in Nuiqsut, AK has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 99789 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Nuiqsut.

Is Zip code 99789 a safe neighborhood in Nuiqsut?

Zip code 99789 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 167), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Nuiqsut.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 99789?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 99789 is Rape, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 99789?

Zip code 99789 has a population of approximately 16. The median household income is $67,500. The median home value is $115,440. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 99789 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 99789's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within Nuiqsut, 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.