85542 Zip Code, Peridot

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Peridot

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 101 / 300 High
Violent Crime 86
14% below national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 85542 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 85542 in Peridot, AZ has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 101, which is 1% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Peridot.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 53). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 53 (47% below avg)

85542 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
96 -4% Average
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
53 -47% Low
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
86 -14% Average
Vehicle Theft
136 +36% Moderate

85542 Crime Map

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85542 Demographics & Context

Population
3,609
Median Income
$24,307
Home Value
$42,884
Median Age
28
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.5%
Graduate Degree 2.6%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 0.8%
Black 0%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 0%
85542 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 85542, Peridot?

Zip code 85542 in Peridot, AZ has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 101, which is 1% above the national average. Zip code 85542 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Peridot.

Is Zip code 85542 a safe neighborhood in Peridot?

Zip code 85542 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Peridot, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 136), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 53). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Peridot.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 85542?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 85542 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 136 (36% 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 85542?

Zip code 85542 has a population of approximately 3,609. The median household income is $24,307. The median home value is $42,884. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 85542 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 85542's overall crime rate is 1% above the national average (index 101 vs 100). Within Peridot, 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.