42404 Zip Code, Clay

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clay

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 140
40% above national avg
Property Crime 108
8% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 42404 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 42404 in Clay, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clay.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 73 (27% below avg)

42404 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
139 +39% Moderate
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
146 +46% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
73 -27% Low
Vehicle Theft
114 +14% Moderate

42404 Crime Map

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42404 Demographics & Context

Population
2,874
Median Income
$63,425
Home Value
$102,196
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
34/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.1%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.3%
Black 4%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 0.2%
42404 Crime Map
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Clay Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42404, Clay?

Zip code 42404 in Clay, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 42404 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clay.

Is Zip code 42404 a safe neighborhood in Clay?

Zip code 42404 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clay, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clay.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42404?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42404 is Rape, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42404?

Zip code 42404 has a population of approximately 2,874. The median household income is $63,425. The median home value is $102,196. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42404 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42404's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Clay, 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.