71003 Zip Code, Athens

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens

Summary: 71003 (Athens, LA) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 71003 in Athens, LA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 10, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 149
49% above national avg
Property Crime 140
40% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 71003 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 71003 in Athens, LA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 120).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 173 (73% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 120 (20% above avg)

71003 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
156 +56% High
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
173 +73% High
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
155 +55% High
Larceny / Theft
120 +20% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
146 +46% Moderate

71003 Crime Map

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71003 Demographics & Context

Population
787
Median Income
$45,351
Home Value
$255,011
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.1%
Graduate Degree 2%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 58.4%
Black 38.7%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71003, Athens?

Zip code 71003 in Athens, LA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 71003 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Athens.

Is Zip code 71003 a safe neighborhood in Athens?

Zip code 71003 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Athens, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 173), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 120). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Athens.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71003?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71003 is Robbery, 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 71003?

Zip code 71003 has a population of approximately 787. The median household income is $45,351. The median home value is $255,011. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71003 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71003's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Athens, 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 May 2026.