93268 Zip Code, Taft

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Taft

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 93268 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 93268 in Taft, CA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Taft.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 94).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 94 (6% below avg)

93268 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
94 -6% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
120 +20% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

93268 Crime Map

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93268 Demographics & Context

Population
18,650
Median Income
$64,075
Home Value
$186,785
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
140/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.7%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

54%
46%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.1%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 38.3%
Asian 1.8%
93268 Crime Map
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Taft Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 93268, Taft?

Zip code 93268 in Taft, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 93268 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Taft.

Is Zip code 93268 a safe neighborhood in Taft?

Zip code 93268 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Taft, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 136), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 94). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Taft.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 93268?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 93268 is Burglary, with a crime index of 136 (36% 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 93268?

Zip code 93268 has a population of approximately 18,650. The median household income is $64,075. The median home value is $186,785. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 93268 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 93268's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Taft, 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.