42330 Zip Code, Central City

Last updated: October 25, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Central City

Summary: 42330 (Central City, KY) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 42330, Central City, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 20% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 25, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 42330 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 42330 in Central City, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Central City.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 111 (11% above avg)

42330 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
127 +27% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
137 +37% Moderate

42330 Crime Map

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42330 Demographics & Context

Population
10,486
Median Income
$51,301
Home Value
$123,169
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
106/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.4%
Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.1%
Black 7.6%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.3%
42330 Crime Map
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Central City Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42330, Central City?

Zip code 42330 in Central City, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 42330 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Central City.

Is Zip code 42330 a safe neighborhood in Central City?

Zip code 42330 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 137), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Central City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42330?

The most common crime type in Zip code 42330 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42330?

Zip code 42330 has a population of approximately 10,486. The median household income is $51,301. The median home value is $123,169. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42330 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42330's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Central City, 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 October 2026.