85638 Zip Code, Tombstone

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Tombstone

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 149 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 85638 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 85638 in Tombstone, AZ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tombstone.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 61).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 61 (39% below avg)

85638 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
157 +57% High
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
102 +2% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
88 -12% Average
Vehicle Theft
61 -39% Low

85638 Crime Map

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85638 Demographics & Context

Population
1,553
Median Income
$40,928
Home Value
$214,130
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.5%
Graduate Degree 9.4%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 25.2%
Asian 0.6%
85638 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 85638, Tombstone?

Zip code 85638 in Tombstone, AZ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 85638 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Tombstone.

Is Zip code 85638 a safe neighborhood in Tombstone?

Zip code 85638 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Tombstone, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 157), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Tombstone.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 85638?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 85638 is Assault, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 85638?

Zip code 85638 has a population of approximately 1,553. The median household income is $40,928. The median home value is $214,130. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 85638 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 85638's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Tombstone, 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.