71226 Zip Code, Chatham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chatham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 149 / 300 High

Violent Crime 135

35% above national avg

Property Crime 112

12% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 71226 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 71226 in Chatham, LA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chatham.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 159 (59% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 72 (28% below avg)

71226 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Chatham	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	159	+59%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	72	-28%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate

71226 Crime Map

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71226 Demographics & Context

Population

2,041

Median Income

$56,750

Home Value

$426,032

Median Age

Pop. Density

14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9%

Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

76%

24%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 75.4%

Black 22.2%

Hispanic 1.8%

Asian 0.3%

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Chatham Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71226, Chatham?

Zip code 71226 in Chatham, LA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 71226 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chatham.

Is Zip code 71226 a safe neighborhood in Chatham?

Zip code 71226 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chatham, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chatham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71226?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71226 is Burglary, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71226?

Zip code 71226 has a population of approximately 2,041. The median household income is $56,750. The median home value is $426,032. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71226 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71226's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Chatham, 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.