93257 Zip Code, Porterville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Porterville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 93257 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 93257 in Porterville, CA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Porterville.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 93).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 93 (7% below avg)

93257 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
93 -7% Average
Robbery
127 +27% Moderate
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
121 +21% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

93257 Crime Map

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93257 Demographics & Context

Population
81,344
Median Income
$49,580
Home Value
$259,143
Median Age
31
Pop. Density
194/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.3%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

55%
45%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 52.7%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 66.5%
Asian 5.3%
93257 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 93257, Porterville?

Zip code 93257 in Porterville, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 93257 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Porterville.

Is Zip code 93257 a safe neighborhood in Porterville?

Zip code 93257 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Porterville, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 128), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 93). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Porterville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 93257?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 93257 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 128 (28% 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 93257?

Zip code 93257 has a population of approximately 81,344. The median household income is $49,580. The median home value is $259,143. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 93257 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 93257's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Porterville, 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.