96097 Zip Code, Yreka

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Yreka

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 123 / 300 High

Violent Crime 138

38% above national avg

Property Crime 149

49% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

Yreka zip codes

Check a specific address

in Yreka

Is 96097 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 96097 in Yreka, CA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Yreka.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 129).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 159 (59% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 129 (29% above avg)

96097 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Yreka	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	159	+59%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate

96097 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map

Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

96097 Demographics & Context

Population

9,270

Median Income

$46,546

Home Value

$251,774

Median Age

Pop. Density

42/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.7%

Graduate Degree 10.1%

Housing

57%

43%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.5%

Black 1%

Hispanic 11.9%

Asian 2%

96097 Crime Map

Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code

Yreka Crime Statistics

View all Yreka neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 96097, Yreka?

Zip code 96097 in Yreka, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 96097 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Yreka.

Is Zip code 96097 a safe neighborhood in Yreka?

Zip code 96097 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Yreka, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 159), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 129). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Yreka.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 96097?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 96097 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 159 (59% 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 96097?

Zip code 96097 has a population of approximately 9,270. The median household income is $46,546. The median home value is $251,774. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 96097 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 96097's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Yreka, 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.