81149 Zip Code, Saguache

Last updated: October 21, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Saguache

Summary: 81149 (Saguache, CO) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 81149, Saguache, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 37% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 21, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 137 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 91
9% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 81149 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 81149 in Saguache, CO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Saguache.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 64 (36% below avg)

81149 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
104 +4% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
68 -32% Low

81149 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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81149 Demographics & Context

Population
755
Median Income
$47,702
Home Value
$223,054
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.3%
Graduate Degree 8.2%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.8%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 16.9%
Asian 0.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81149, Saguache?

Zip code 81149 in Saguache, CO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 81149 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Saguache.

Is Zip code 81149 a safe neighborhood in Saguache?

Zip code 81149 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Saguache.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81149?

The most common crime type in Zip code 81149 is Assault, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 81149?

Zip code 81149 has a population of approximately 755. The median household income is $47,702. The median home value is $223,054. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81149 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81149's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Saguache, 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 October 2026.