47837 Zip Code, Carbon

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Carbon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 103
3% above national avg
Property Crime 58
42% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 47837 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 47837 in Carbon, IN 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 Carbon.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 121, 21% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 121 (21% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 18 (82% below avg)

47837 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
93 -7% Average
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
18 -82% Low
Vehicle Theft
38 -62% Low

47837 Crime Map

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47837 Demographics & Context

Population
870
Median Income
$77,570
Home Value
$177,149
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
30/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.1%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.6%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.2%
47837 Crime Map
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Carbon Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47837, Carbon?

Zip code 47837 in Carbon, IN 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 47837 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Carbon.

Is Zip code 47837 a safe neighborhood in Carbon?

Zip code 47837 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Carbon, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 121), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Carbon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47837?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47837 is Rape, with a crime index of 121 (21% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 47837?

Zip code 47837 has a population of approximately 870. The median household income is $77,570. The median home value is $177,149. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47837 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47837's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Carbon, 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.