45701 Zip Code, Athens

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 98 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 45701 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 45701 in Athens, OH has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 98, which is 2% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 97 (3% below avg)

45701 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
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
97 -3% Average
Robbery
127 +27% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
129 +29% Moderate

45701 Crime Map

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45701 Demographics & Context

Population
34,850
Median Income
$49,863
Home Value
$210,858
Median Age
30
Pop. Density
238/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.8%
Graduate Degree 28.4%

Housing

46%
54%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.2%
Black 4.9%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 5.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 45701, Athens?

Zip code 45701 in Athens, OH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 98, which is 2% below the national average. Zip code 45701 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Athens.

Is Zip code 45701 a safe neighborhood in Athens?

Zip code 45701 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Athens, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 134), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Athens.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 45701?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 45701 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 134 (34% 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 45701?

Zip code 45701 has a population of approximately 34,850. The median household income is $49,863. The median home value is $210,858. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 45701 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 45701's overall crime rate is 2% below the national average (index 98 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 April 2026.