65740 Zip Code, Rockaway Beach

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rockaway Beach

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 147 / 300 High
Violent Crime 153
53% above national avg
Property Crime 159
59% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 65740 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 65740 in Rockaway Beach, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rockaway Beach.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 139).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 139 (39% above avg)

65740 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
148 +48% Moderate
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
158 +58% High
Rape
167 +67% High
Property Crime
Burglary
150 +50% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
164 +64% High
Vehicle Theft
163 +63% High

65740 Crime Map

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65740 Demographics & Context

Population
3,528
Median Income
$42,720
Home Value
$149,675
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
688/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.3%
Graduate Degree 1.7%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.8%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 0.4%
65740 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 65740, Rockaway Beach?

Zip code 65740 in Rockaway Beach, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 65740 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rockaway Beach.

Is Zip code 65740 a safe neighborhood in Rockaway Beach?

Zip code 65740 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rockaway Beach, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 167), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 139). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rockaway Beach.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 65740?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 65740 is Rape, with a crime index of 167 (67% 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 65740?

Zip code 65740 has a population of approximately 3,528. The median household income is $42,720. The median home value is $149,675. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 65740 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 65740's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Rockaway Beach, 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.