72626 Zip Code, Cotter

Last updated: July 26, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cotter

Summary: 72626 (Cotter, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 72626 in Cotter, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cotter.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: July 26, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 144 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 93
7% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72626 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72626 in Cotter, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cotter.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 53). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 173 (73% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 53 (47% below avg)

72626 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
148 +48% Moderate
Rape
173 +73% High
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
53 -47% Low
Vehicle Theft
111 +11% Moderate

72626 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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72626 Demographics & Context

Population
1,442
Median Income
$48,464
Home Value
$269,698
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
227/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.6%
Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.1%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 0.5%
72626 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72626, Cotter?

Zip code 72626 in Cotter, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average. Zip code 72626 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cotter.

Is Zip code 72626 a safe neighborhood in Cotter?

Zip code 72626 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cotter, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 173), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 53). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cotter.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72626?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72626 is Rape, with a crime index of 173 (73% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72626?

Zip code 72626 has a population of approximately 1,442. The median household income is $48,464. The median home value is $269,698. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72626 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72626's overall crime rate is 44% above the national average (index 144 vs 100). Within Cotter, 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 July 2026.