66539 Zip Code, Silver Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Silver Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 52 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 51
49% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 66539 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 66539 in Silver Lake, KS has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 52, which is 48% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Silver Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 163 (63% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 25 (75% below avg)

66539 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
65 -35% Low
Assault
74 -26% Low
Robbery
163 +63% High
Rape
162 +62% High
Property Crime
Burglary
93 -7% Average
Larceny / Theft
25 -75% Low
Vehicle Theft
34 -66% Low

66539 Crime Map

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66539 Demographics & Context

Population
2,143
Median Income
$89,573
Home Value
$232,741
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.1%
Graduate Degree 9.9%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.1%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 0.5%
66539 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 66539, Silver Lake?

Zip code 66539 in Silver Lake, KS has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 52, which is 48% below the national average. Zip code 66539 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Silver Lake.

Is Zip code 66539 a safe neighborhood in Silver Lake?

Zip code 66539 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Silver Lake, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 163), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Silver Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 66539?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 66539 is Robbery, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 66539?

Zip code 66539 has a population of approximately 2,143. The median household income is $89,573. The median home value is $232,741. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 66539 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 66539's overall crime rate is 48% below the national average (index 52 vs 100). Within Silver Lake, 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.