81427 Zip Code, Ouray

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ouray

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 177 / 300 High
Violent Crime 188
88% above national avg
Property Crime 182
82% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 81427 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 81427 in Ouray, CO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 177, which is 77% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ouray.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 192, 92% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 179).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 192 (92% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 179 (79% above avg)

81427 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
189 +89% High
Assault
182 +82% High
Robbery
192 +92% High
Rape
188 +88% High
Property Crime
Burglary
179 +79% High
Larceny / Theft
182 +82% High
Vehicle Theft
186 +86% High

81427 Crime Map

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81427 Demographics & Context

Population
315
Median Income
$67,409
Home Value
$601,691
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
8/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30.9%
Graduate Degree 23%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.1%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 6.8%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81427, Ouray?

Zip code 81427 in Ouray, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 177, which is 77% above the national average. Zip code 81427 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ouray.

Is Zip code 81427 a safe neighborhood in Ouray?

Zip code 81427 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ouray, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 192), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 179). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ouray.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81427?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 81427 is Robbery, with a crime index of 192 (92% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 81427?

Zip code 81427 has a population of approximately 315. The median household income is $67,409. The median home value is $601,691. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81427 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81427's overall crime rate is 77% above the national average (index 177 vs 100). Within Ouray, 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.