72021 Zip Code, Brinkley

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brinkley

Summary: 72021 (Brinkley, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 72021 in Brinkley, AR has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brinkley.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 16, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 131
31% above national avg
Property Crime 128
28% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72021 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 72021 in Brinkley, AR has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brinkley.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 119).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 119 (19% above avg)

72021 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
146 +46% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
128 +28% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
135 +35% Moderate

72021 Crime Map

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72021 Demographics & Context

Population
3,144
Median Income
$42,849
Home Value
$97,014
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.2%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 54%
Black 41.4%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72021, Brinkley?

Zip code 72021 in Brinkley, AR has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 72021 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brinkley.

Is Zip code 72021 a safe neighborhood in Brinkley?

Zip code 72021 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brinkley, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 146), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 119). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brinkley.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72021?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72021 is Rape, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72021?

Zip code 72021 has a population of approximately 3,144. The median household income is $42,849. The median home value is $97,014. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72021 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72021's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Brinkley, 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.