04965 Zip Code, Palmyra

Last updated: May 24, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Palmyra

Summary: 04965 (Palmyra, ME) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 04965 in Palmyra, ME has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Palmyra.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 24, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 87 / 300 High
Violent Crime 101
1% above national avg
Property Crime 61
39% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 04965 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 04965 in Palmyra, ME has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Palmyra.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 121, 21% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 121 (21% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 33 (67% below avg)

04965 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
71 -29% Low
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
110 +10% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
106 +6% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
43 -57% Low
Vehicle Theft
33 -67% Low

04965 Crime Map

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04965 Demographics & Context

Population
2,042
Median Income
$52,876
Home Value
$67,428
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
49/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.5%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.6%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 0.4%
Asian 0.3%
04965 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 04965, Palmyra?

Zip code 04965 in Palmyra, ME has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average. Zip code 04965 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Palmyra.

Is Zip code 04965 a safe neighborhood in Palmyra?

Zip code 04965 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Palmyra, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 121), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Palmyra.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 04965?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 04965 is Robbery, with a crime index of 121 (21% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 04965?

Zip code 04965 has a population of approximately 2,042. The median household income is $52,876. The median home value is $67,428. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 04965 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 04965's overall crime rate is 13% below the national average (index 87 vs 100). Within Palmyra, 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 May 2026.