42716 Zip Code, Buffalo

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Buffalo

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 83 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 73
27% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 42716 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 42716 in Buffalo, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 83, which is 17% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Buffalo.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 31). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 31 (69% below avg)

42716 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
77 -23% Low
Assault
89 -11% Average
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
58 -42% Low
Vehicle Theft
31 -69% Low

42716 Crime Map

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42716 Demographics & Context

Population
1,220
Median Income
$57,824
Home Value
$215,169
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
57/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6%
Graduate Degree 6.7%

Housing

86%
14%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.8%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42716, Buffalo?

Zip code 42716 in Buffalo, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 83, which is 17% below the national average. Zip code 42716 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Buffalo.

Is Zip code 42716 a safe neighborhood in Buffalo?

Zip code 42716 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Buffalo, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 131), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 31). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Buffalo.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42716?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42716 is Burglary, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42716?

Zip code 42716 has a population of approximately 1,220. The median household income is $57,824. The median home value is $215,169. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42716 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42716's overall crime rate is 17% below the national average (index 83 vs 100). Within Buffalo, 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.