83868 Zip Code, Smelterville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Smelterville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 152 / 300 High
Violent Crime 140
40% above national avg
Property Crime 171
71% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 83868 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 83868 in Smelterville, ID has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Smelterville.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 183, 83% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 109). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 183 (83% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 109 (9% above avg)

83868 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
162 +62% High
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
165 +65% High
Rape
109 +9% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
163 +63% High
Larceny / Theft
183 +83% High
Vehicle Theft
167 +67% High

83868 Crime Map

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83868 Demographics & Context

Population
256
Median Income
$40,728
Home Value
$79,150
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
96/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.7%
Graduate Degree 0.5%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.5%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 6.9%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 83868, Smelterville?

Zip code 83868 in Smelterville, ID has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average. Zip code 83868 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Smelterville.

Is Zip code 83868 a safe neighborhood in Smelterville?

Zip code 83868 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Smelterville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 183), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Smelterville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 83868?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 83868 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 183 (83% 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 83868?

Zip code 83868 has a population of approximately 256. The median household income is $40,728. The median home value is $79,150. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 83868 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 83868's overall crime rate is 52% above the national average (index 152 vs 100). Within Smelterville, 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.