99782 Zip Code, Wainwright

Crime Rate & Statistics

C-

Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wainwright

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 160 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 99782 a Safe Zip Code?

Not really — crime is above the national average. Zip code 99782 in Wainwright, AK has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wainwright.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 2). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 2 (98% below avg)

99782 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
159 +59% High
Robbery
2 -98% Low
Rape
158 +58% High
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
3 -97% Low
Vehicle Theft
124 +24% Moderate

99782 Crime Map

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99782 Demographics & Context

Population
1
Median Income
$54,070
Home Value
$121,429
Median Age
29
Pop. Density
0/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3%
Graduate Degree 2.6%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 6.7%
Black 0%
Hispanic 0.2%
Asian 0%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 99782, Wainwright?

Zip code 99782 in Wainwright, AK has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average. Zip code 99782 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wainwright.

Is Zip code 99782 a safe neighborhood in Wainwright?

Zip code 99782 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 159), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 2). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wainwright.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 99782?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 99782 is Assault, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 99782?

Zip code 99782 has a population of approximately 1. The median household income is $54,070. The median home value is $121,429. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 99782 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 99782's overall crime rate is 60% above the national average (index 160 vs 100). Within Wainwright, 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.