70714 Zip Code, Baker

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Baker

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 64 / 300 High
Violent Crime 80
20% below national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70714 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 70714 in Baker, LA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Baker.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 116, 16% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 54).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 116 (16% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 54 (46% below avg)

70714 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
61 -39% Low
Assault
54 -46% Low
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
87 -13% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

70714 Crime Map

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70714 Demographics & Context

Population
20,984
Median Income
$69,128
Home Value
$159,632
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
623/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.6%
Graduate Degree 6.9%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 31.4%
Black 65.7%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.5%
70714 Crime Map
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Baker Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70714, Baker?

Zip code 70714 in Baker, LA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average. Zip code 70714 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Baker.

Is Zip code 70714 a safe neighborhood in Baker?

Zip code 70714 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Baker, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 116), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 54). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Baker.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70714?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70714 is Robbery, with a crime index of 116 (16% 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 70714?

Zip code 70714 has a population of approximately 20,984. The median household income is $69,128. The median home value is $159,632. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70714 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70714's overall crime rate is 36% below the national average (index 64 vs 100). Within Baker, 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.