63965 Zip Code, Van Buren

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Buren

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 63965 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 63965 in Van Buren, MO has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Buren.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 71). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 71 (29% below avg)

63965 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
145 +45% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
141 +41% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
71 -29% Low
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

63965 Crime Map

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63965 Demographics & Context

Population
1,191
Median Income
$44,498
Home Value
$111,962
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
8/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14%
Graduate Degree 8.2%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.4%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 0.4%
63965 Crime Map
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Van Buren Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 63965, Van Buren?

Zip code 63965 in Van Buren, MO has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 63965 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Van Buren.

Is Zip code 63965 a safe neighborhood in Van Buren?

Zip code 63965 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Van Buren, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 71). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Van Buren.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 63965?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 63965 is Assault, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 63965?

Zip code 63965 has a population of approximately 1,191. The median household income is $44,498. The median home value is $111,962. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 63965 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 63965's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Van Buren, 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.