95946 Zip Code, Penn Valley

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Penn Valley

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 70 / 300 High
Violent Crime 83
17% below national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 95946 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 95946 in Penn Valley, CA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 70, which is 30% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Penn Valley.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 112, 12% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 77).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 112 (12% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 77 (23% below avg)

95946 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
77 -23% Low
Assault
81 -19% Average
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
88 -12% Average
Larceny / Theft
112 +12% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
93 -7% Average

95946 Crime Map

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95946 Demographics & Context

Population
9,472
Median Income
$82,703
Home Value
$499,055
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
217/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.9%
Graduate Degree 12.4%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.9%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 7.6%
Asian 1.5%
95946 Crime Map
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Penn Valley Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 95946, Penn Valley?

Zip code 95946 in Penn Valley, CA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 70, which is 30% below the national average. Zip code 95946 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Penn Valley.

Is Zip code 95946 a safe neighborhood in Penn Valley?

Zip code 95946 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Penn Valley, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 112), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Penn Valley.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 95946?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 95946 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 112 (12% 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 95946?

Zip code 95946 has a population of approximately 9,472. The median household income is $82,703. The median home value is $499,055. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 95946 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 95946's overall crime rate is 30% below the national average (index 70 vs 100). Within Penn Valley, 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.