47520 Zip Code, Cannelton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cannelton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 140 / 300 High
Violent Crime 141
41% above national avg
Property Crime 135
35% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 47520 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 47520 in Cannelton, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cannelton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 126).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 126 (26% above avg)

47520 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
138 +38% Moderate
Robbery
151 +51% High
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
136 +36% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
126 +26% Moderate

47520 Crime Map

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47520 Demographics & Context

Population
3,910
Median Income
$55,693
Home Value
$121,233
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
56/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.6%
Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.1%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.3%
47520 Crime Map
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Cannelton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47520, Cannelton?

Zip code 47520 in Cannelton, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 47520 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cannelton.

Is Zip code 47520 a safe neighborhood in Cannelton?

Zip code 47520 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cannelton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 151), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 126). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cannelton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47520?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47520 is Robbery, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 47520?

Zip code 47520 has a population of approximately 3,910. The median household income is $55,693. The median home value is $121,233. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47520 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47520's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Cannelton, 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.