05486 Zip Code, South Hero

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Hero

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 81 / 300 High
Violent Crime 86
14% below national avg
Property Crime 64
36% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
South Hero zip codes

Check a specific address

in South Hero

Is 05486 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 05486 in South Hero, VT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Hero.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 50). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 50 (50% below avg)

05486 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
74 -26% Low
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
75 -25% Low
Rape
79 -21% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
83 -17% Average
Larceny / Theft
58 -42% Low
Vehicle Theft
50 -50% Low

05486 Crime Map

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

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

05486 Demographics & Context

Population
525
Median Income
$93,022
Home Value
$687,639
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
36/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.9%
Graduate Degree 25%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.2%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 1.1%
05486 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
South Hero Crime Statistics
View all South Hero neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05486, South Hero?

Zip code 05486 in South Hero, VT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average. Zip code 05486 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Hero.

Is Zip code 05486 a safe neighborhood in South Hero?

Zip code 05486 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Hero, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 115), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 50). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Hero.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05486?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05486 is Assault, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05486?

Zip code 05486 has a population of approximately 525. The median household income is $93,022. The median home value is $687,639. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05486 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05486's overall crime rate is 19% below the national average (index 81 vs 100). Within South Hero, 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.