66538 Zip Code, Seneca

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Seneca

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 129 / 300 High

Violent Crime 148

48% above national avg

Property Crime 109

9% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 66538 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 66538 in Seneca, KS has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Seneca.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 165, 65% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 75). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 165 (65% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 75 (25% below avg)

66538 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Seneca	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	165	+65%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	75	-25%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate

66538 Crime Map

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66538 Demographics & Context

Population

3,301

Median Income

$66,860

Home Value

$112,032

Median Age

Pop. Density

22/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%

Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

73%

27%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.9%

Black 0.7%

Hispanic 1.5%

Asian 0.1%

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Seneca Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 66538, Seneca?

Zip code 66538 in Seneca, KS has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 66538 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Seneca.

Is Zip code 66538 a safe neighborhood in Seneca?

Zip code 66538 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Seneca, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 165), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 75). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Seneca.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 66538?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 66538 is Rape, with a crime index of 165 (65% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 66538?

Zip code 66538 has a population of approximately 3,301. The median household income is $66,860. The median home value is $112,032. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 66538 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 66538's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Seneca, 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.