42210 Zip Code, Brownsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brownsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 42210 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 42210 in Brownsville, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brownsville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 96).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 96 (4% below avg)

42210 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
138 +38% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
137 +37% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
96 -4% Average
Vehicle Theft
98 -2% Average

42210 Crime Map

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42210 Demographics & Context

Population
4,380
Median Income
$42,305
Home Value
$158,548
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.4%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.9%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42210, Brownsville?

Zip code 42210 in Brownsville, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 42210 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brownsville.

Is Zip code 42210 a safe neighborhood in Brownsville?

Zip code 42210 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brownsville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brownsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42210?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42210 is Robbery, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42210?

Zip code 42210 has a population of approximately 4,380. The median household income is $42,305. The median home value is $158,548. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42210 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42210's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Brownsville, 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.