47427 Zip Code, Coal City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Coal City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 139 / 300 High
Violent Crime 141
41% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 47427 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 47427 in Coal City, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Coal City.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 80). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 80 (20% below avg)

47427 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
156 +56% High
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
152 +52% High
Larceny / Theft
80 -20% Low
Vehicle Theft
113 +13% Moderate

47427 Crime Map

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47427 Demographics & Context

Population
1,333
Median Income
$53,049
Home Value
$128,505
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5%
Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.7%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 0.1%
47427 Crime Map
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Coal City Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47427, Coal City?

Zip code 47427 in Coal City, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average. Zip code 47427 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Coal City.

Is Zip code 47427 a safe neighborhood in Coal City?

Zip code 47427 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Coal City, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 80). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Coal City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47427?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47427 is Robbery, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 47427?

Zip code 47427 has a population of approximately 1,333. The median household income is $53,049. The median home value is $128,505. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47427 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47427's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average (index 139 vs 100). Within Coal 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 April 2026.