96073 Zip Code, Palo Cedro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Palo Cedro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 42 / 300 High
Violent Crime 81
19% below national avg
Property Crime 16
84% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Palo Cedro zip codes

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Is 96073 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 96073 in Palo Cedro, CA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Palo Cedro.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 3). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 3 (97% below avg)

96073 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
40 -60% Low
Assault
41 -59% Low
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
40 -60% Low
Larceny / Theft
4 -96% Low
Vehicle Theft
3 -97% Low

96073 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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96073 Demographics & Context

Population
3,504
Median Income
$92,829
Home Value
$507,321
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
86/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.7%
Graduate Degree 10.2%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.9%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 6.8%
Asian 1%
96073 Crime Map
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Palo Cedro Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 96073, Palo Cedro?

Zip code 96073 in Palo Cedro, CA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average. Zip code 96073 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Palo Cedro.

Is Zip code 96073 a safe neighborhood in Palo Cedro?

Zip code 96073 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Palo Cedro, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 132), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 3). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Palo Cedro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 96073?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 96073 is Rape, with a crime index of 132 (32% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 96073?

Zip code 96073 has a population of approximately 3,504. The median household income is $92,829. The median home value is $507,321. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 96073 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 96073's overall crime rate is 58% below the national average (index 42 vs 100). Within Palo Cedro, 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.