65560 Zip Code, Salem

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Salem

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 126 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 114

14% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 65560 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 65560 in Salem, MO has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Salem.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 138 (38% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 99 (1% below avg)

65560 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Salem	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate

65560 Crime Map

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65560 Demographics & Context

Population

13,502

Median Income

$49,106

Home Value

$129,203

Median Age

Pop. Density

20/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.7%

Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

68%

32%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.2%

Black 0.5%

Hispanic 1.2%

Asian 0.6%

65560 Crime Map

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Salem Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 65560, Salem?

Zip code 65560 in Salem, MO has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 65560 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Salem.

Is Zip code 65560 a safe neighborhood in Salem?

Zip code 65560 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Salem, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Salem.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 65560?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 65560 is Rape, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 65560?

Zip code 65560 has a population of approximately 13,502. The median household income is $49,106. The median home value is $129,203. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 65560 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 65560's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Salem, 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.