47842 Zip Code, Clinton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clinton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 125 / 300 High

Violent Crime 130

30% above national avg

Property Crime 123

23% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 47842 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 47842 in Clinton, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clinton.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 141 (41% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)

47842 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Clinton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate

47842 Crime Map

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47842 Demographics & Context

Population

9,925

Median Income

$57,445

Home Value

$121,159

Median Age

Pop. Density

135/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.7%

Graduate Degree 5%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.3%

Black 0.3%

Hispanic 1.4%

Asian 0.4%

47842 Crime Map

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Clinton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47842, Clinton?

Zip code 47842 in Clinton, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 47842 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clinton.

Is Zip code 47842 a safe neighborhood in Clinton?

Zip code 47842 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clinton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 141), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clinton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47842?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47842 is Rape, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 47842?

Zip code 47842 has a population of approximately 9,925. The median household income is $57,445. The median home value is $121,159. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47842 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47842's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Clinton, 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.