44691 Zip Code, Wooster

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wooster

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 44691 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 44691 in Wooster, OH has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wooster.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 114 (14% above avg)

44691 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
125 +25% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

44691 Crime Map

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44691 Demographics & Context

Population
43,248
Median Income
$67,238
Home Value
$249,865
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
275/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.6%
Graduate Degree 11.3%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.6%
Black 3.4%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 2.2%
44691 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 44691, Wooster?

Zip code 44691 in Wooster, OH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 44691 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wooster.

Is Zip code 44691 a safe neighborhood in Wooster?

Zip code 44691 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wooster, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 125), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wooster.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 44691?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 44691 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 125 (25% 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 44691?

Zip code 44691 has a population of approximately 43,248. The median household income is $67,238. The median home value is $249,865. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 44691 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 44691's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Wooster, 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.