72006 Zip Code, Augusta

Last updated: July 27, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Augusta

Summary: 72006 (Augusta, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 72006 in Augusta, AR has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Augusta.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: July 27, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 150 / 300 High
Violent Crime 150
50% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72006 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 72006 in Augusta, AR has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Augusta.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 115). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 115 (15% above avg)

72006 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
159 +59% High
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
151 +51% High
Rape
158 +58% High
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
115 +15% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
124 +24% Moderate

72006 Crime Map

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

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72006 Demographics & Context

Population
1,673
Median Income
$33,500
Home Value
$68,739
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%
Graduate Degree 3.1%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 53.9%
Black 41.2%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72006, Augusta?

Zip code 72006 in Augusta, AR has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. Zip code 72006 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Augusta.

Is Zip code 72006 a safe neighborhood in Augusta?

Zip code 72006 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Augusta, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Murder (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Augusta.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72006?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72006 is Murder, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72006?

Zip code 72006 has a population of approximately 1,673. The median household income is $33,500. The median home value is $68,739. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72006 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72006's overall crime rate is 50% above the national average (index 150 vs 100). Within Augusta, 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 July 2026.