63879 Zip Code, Wardell

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wardell

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 146 / 300 High

Violent Crime 132

32% above national avg

Property Crime 96

4% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 63879 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 63879 in Wardell, MO has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wardell.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 173 (73% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 46 (54% below avg)

63879 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Wardell	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	173	+73%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	46	-54%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	69	-31%	N/A	Low

63879 Crime Map

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63879 Demographics & Context

Population

222

Median Income

$49,246

Home Value

$41,033

Median Age

Pop. Density

11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.9%

Graduate Degree 2.2%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.5%

Black 17.6%

Hispanic 1.4%

Asian 0.5%

63879 Crime Map

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Wardell Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 63879, Wardell?

Zip code 63879 in Wardell, MO has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 63879 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wardell.

Is Zip code 63879 a safe neighborhood in Wardell?

Zip code 63879 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wardell, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 173), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wardell.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 63879?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 63879 is Burglary, with a crime index of 173 (73% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 63879?

Zip code 63879 has a population of approximately 222. The median household income is $49,246. The median home value is $41,033. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 63879 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 63879's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within Wardell, 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.