70427 Zip Code, Bogalusa

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bogalusa

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 134 / 300 High
Violent Crime 144
44% above national avg
Property Crime 139
39% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 70427 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 70427 in Bogalusa, LA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bogalusa.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 136).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 136 (36% above avg)

70427 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
138 +38% Moderate
Assault
143 +43% Moderate
Robbery
148 +48% Moderate
Rape
145 +45% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
142 +42% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
139 +39% Moderate

70427 Crime Map

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70427 Demographics & Context

Population
20,094
Median Income
$47,416
Home Value
$102,845
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
125/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.3%
Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 62.3%
Black 33.3%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 0.5%
70427 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70427, Bogalusa?

Zip code 70427 in Bogalusa, LA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 70427 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bogalusa.

Is Zip code 70427 a safe neighborhood in Bogalusa?

Zip code 70427 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bogalusa, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 148), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 136). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bogalusa.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70427?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70427 is Robbery, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70427?

Zip code 70427 has a population of approximately 20,094. The median household income is $47,416. The median home value is $102,845. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70427 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70427's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within Bogalusa, 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.