33873 Zip Code, Wauchula

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wauchula

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 105 / 300 High
Violent Crime 99
1% below national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 33873 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 33873 in Wauchula, FL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wauchula.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 117, 17% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 81).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 117 (17% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 81 (19% below avg)

33873 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
106 +6% Moderate
Robbery
81 -19% Average
Rape
100 0% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
109 +9% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
117 +17% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
111 +11% Moderate

33873 Crime Map

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33873 Demographics & Context

Population
14,068
Median Income
$48,158
Home Value
$218,372
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
111/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 58.3%
Black 11.1%
Hispanic 46.5%
Asian 1.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 33873, Wauchula?

Zip code 33873 in Wauchula, FL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 33873 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wauchula.

Is Zip code 33873 a safe neighborhood in Wauchula?

Zip code 33873 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wauchula, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 117), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 81). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wauchula.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 33873?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 33873 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 117 (17% 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 33873?

Zip code 33873 has a population of approximately 14,068. The median household income is $48,158. The median home value is $218,372. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 33873 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 33873's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Wauchula, 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.