70043 Zip Code, Chalmette

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chalmette

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 113 / 300 High

Violent Crime 119

19% above national avg

Property Crime 137

37% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 70043 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 70043 in Chalmette, LA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chalmette.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 100).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 146 (46% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 100 (0% below avg)

70043 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Chalmette	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	100	0%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate

70043 Crime Map

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70043 Demographics & Context

Population

22,133

Median Income

$59,622

Home Value

$231,970

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,514/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%

Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

60%

40%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.5%

Black 15.2%

Hispanic 10.1%

Asian 3.4%

70043 Crime Map

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Chalmette Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70043, Chalmette?

Zip code 70043 in Chalmette, LA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 70043 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chalmette.

Is Zip code 70043 a safe neighborhood in Chalmette?

Zip code 70043 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chalmette, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 146), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 100). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chalmette.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70043?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70043 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70043?

Zip code 70043 has a population of approximately 22,133. The median household income is $59,622. The median home value is $231,970. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70043 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70043's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Chalmette, 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.