67579 Zip Code, Sterling

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sterling

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 138
38% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 67579 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 67579 in Sterling, KS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sterling.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 162, 62% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 162 (62% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 72 (28% below avg)

67579 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
148 +48% Moderate
Rape
162 +62% High
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
72 -28% Low
Vehicle Theft
123 +23% Moderate

67579 Crime Map

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67579 Demographics & Context

Population
3,099
Median Income
$68,774
Home Value
$132,700
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
17/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17%
Graduate Degree 10.4%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.5%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 5.6%
Asian 0.8%
67579 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 67579, Sterling?

Zip code 67579 in Sterling, KS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 67579 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sterling.

Is Zip code 67579 a safe neighborhood in Sterling?

Zip code 67579 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sterling, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 162), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sterling.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 67579?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 67579 is Rape, with a crime index of 162 (62% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 67579?

Zip code 67579 has a population of approximately 3,099. The median household income is $68,774. The median home value is $132,700. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 67579 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 67579's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Sterling, 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.