64779 Zip Code, Rich Hill

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rich Hill

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 145 / 300 High
Violent Crime 153
53% above national avg
Property Crime 127
27% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 64779 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 64779 in Rich Hill, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rich Hill.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 168, 68% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 168 (68% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 83 (17% below avg)

64779 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
139 +39% Moderate
Assault
147 +47% Moderate
Robbery
158 +58% High
Rape
166 +66% High
Property Crime
Burglary
168 +68% High
Larceny / Theft
83 -17% Average
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

64779 Crime Map

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64779 Demographics & Context

Population
2,284
Median Income
$45,060
Home Value
$233,225
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.6%
Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.7%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 64779, Rich Hill?

Zip code 64779 in Rich Hill, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average. Zip code 64779 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rich Hill.

Is Zip code 64779 a safe neighborhood in Rich Hill?

Zip code 64779 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rich Hill, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 168), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rich Hill.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 64779?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 64779 is Burglary, with a crime index of 168 (68% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 64779?

Zip code 64779 has a population of approximately 2,284. The median household income is $45,060. The median home value is $233,225. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 64779 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 64779's overall crime rate is 45% above the national average (index 145 vs 100). Within Rich Hill, 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.