82501 Zip Code, Riverton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Riverton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 82501 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 82501 in Riverton, WY 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 Riverton.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 100).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 100 (0% below avg)

82501 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
105 +5% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
124 +24% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

82501 Crime Map

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82501 Demographics & Context

Population
18,848
Median Income
$58,728
Home Value
$175,012
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.9%
Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.7%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 9.3%
Asian 0.6%
82501 Crime Map
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Riverton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 82501, Riverton?

Zip code 82501 in Riverton, WY 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 82501 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Riverton.

Is Zip code 82501 a safe neighborhood in Riverton?

Zip code 82501 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Riverton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 125), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 100). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Riverton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 82501?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 82501 is Murder, with a crime index of 125 (25% 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 82501?

Zip code 82501 has a population of approximately 18,848. The median household income is $58,728. The median home value is $175,012. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 82501 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 82501's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Riverton, 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.