45891 Zip Code, Van Wert

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Wert

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 45891 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 45891 in Van Wert, OH has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Wert.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 108 (8% above avg)

45891 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
113 +13% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
133 +33% Moderate

45891 Crime Map

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45891 Demographics & Context

Population
15,090
Median Income
$59,453
Home Value
$169,258
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
114/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93%
Black 2.4%
Hispanic 4.9%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 45891, Van Wert?

Zip code 45891 in Van Wert, OH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 45891 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Van Wert.

Is Zip code 45891 a safe neighborhood in Van Wert?

Zip code 45891 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Van Wert, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 134), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Van Wert.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 45891?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 45891 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 134 (34% 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 45891?

Zip code 45891 has a population of approximately 15,090. The median household income is $59,453. The median home value is $169,258. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 45891 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 45891's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Van Wert, 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.