81650 Zip Code, Rifle

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rifle

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 120
20% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 81650 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 81650 in Rifle, CO has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rifle.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 79).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 79 (21% below avg)

81650 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
79 -21% Low
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
115 +15% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
115 +15% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
120 +20% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

81650 Crime Map

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81650 Demographics & Context

Population
13,693
Median Income
$70,916
Home Value
$406,251
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9%
Graduate Degree 5.5%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 72.8%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 30.6%
Asian 0.8%
81650 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81650, Rifle?

Zip code 81650 in Rifle, CO has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 81650 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rifle.

Is Zip code 81650 a safe neighborhood in Rifle?

Zip code 81650 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rifle, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 131), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rifle.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81650?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 81650 is Robbery, with a crime index of 131 (31% 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 81650?

Zip code 81650 has a population of approximately 13,693. The median household income is $70,916. The median home value is $406,251. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81650 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81650's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Rifle, 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.