72039 Zip Code, Damascus

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Damascus

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 105
5% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72039 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72039 in Damascus, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Damascus.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 57).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

72039 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
124 +24% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
146 +46% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
57 -43% Low
Vehicle Theft
99 -1% Average

72039 Crime Map

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72039 Demographics & Context

Population
2,690
Median Income
$54,349
Home Value
$151,995
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
45/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.1%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.2%
Black 8.2%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72039, Damascus?

Zip code 72039 in Damascus, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 72039 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Damascus.

Is Zip code 72039 a safe neighborhood in Damascus?

Zip code 72039 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Damascus, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Damascus.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72039?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72039 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72039?

Zip code 72039 has a population of approximately 2,690. The median household income is $54,349. The median home value is $151,995. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72039 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72039's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Damascus, 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.