99686 Zip Code, Valdez

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Valdez

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 89 / 300 High
Violent Crime 103
3% above national avg
Property Crime 70
30% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 99686 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 99686 in Valdez, AK has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Valdez.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 43 (57% below avg)

99686 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
102 +2% Moderate
Assault
64 -36% Low
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
67 -33% Low
Vehicle Theft
43 -57% Low

99686 Crime Map

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99686 Demographics & Context

Population
4,157
Median Income
$105,473
Home Value
$139,124
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.1%
Graduate Degree 8%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.4%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 7.1%
Asian 4.6%
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Valdez Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 99686, Valdez?

Zip code 99686 in Valdez, AK has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average. Zip code 99686 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Valdez.

Is Zip code 99686 a safe neighborhood in Valdez?

Zip code 99686 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Valdez, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Valdez.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 99686?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 99686 is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 99686?

Zip code 99686 has a population of approximately 4,157. The median household income is $105,473. The median home value is $139,124. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 99686 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 99686's overall crime rate is 11% below the national average (index 89 vs 100). Within Valdez, 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.