66968 Zip Code, Washington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Washington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 151 / 300 High
Violent Crime 146
46% above national avg
Property Crime 120
20% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 66968 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 66968 in Washington, KS has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Washington.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 104). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 104 (4% above avg)

66968 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
155 +55% High
Assault
141 +41% Moderate
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
142 +42% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
104 +4% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

66968 Crime Map

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66968 Demographics & Context

Population
1,655
Median Income
$54,581
Home Value
$67,420
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.3%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 66968, Washington?

Zip code 66968 in Washington, KS has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average. Zip code 66968 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Washington.

Is Zip code 66968 a safe neighborhood in Washington?

Zip code 66968 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Washington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 155), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 104). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Washington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 66968?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 66968 is Murder, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 66968?

Zip code 66968 has a population of approximately 1,655. The median household income is $54,581. The median home value is $67,420. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 66968 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 66968's overall crime rate is 51% above the national average (index 151 vs 100). Within Washington, 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.