42408 Zip Code, Dawson Springs

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dawson Springs

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 142 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 106

6% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 42408 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 42408 in Dawson Springs, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dawson Springs.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 156 (56% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 72 (28% below avg)

42408 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Dawson Springs	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	156	+56%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	72	-28%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	90	-10%	N/A	Average

42408 Crime Map

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42408 Demographics & Context

Population

6,529

Median Income

$49,448

Home Value

$94,902

Median Age

Pop. Density

46/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.3%

Graduate Degree 5.4%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.5%

Black 1.5%

Hispanic 1.2%

Asian 0.4%

42408 Crime Map

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Dawson Springs Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42408, Dawson Springs?

Zip code 42408 in Dawson Springs, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average. Zip code 42408 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dawson Springs.

Is Zip code 42408 a safe neighborhood in Dawson Springs?

Zip code 42408 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dawson Springs, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dawson Springs.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42408?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42408 is Burglary, 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 42408?

Zip code 42408 has a population of approximately 6,529. The median household income is $49,448. The median home value is $94,902. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42408 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42408's overall crime rate is 42% above the national average (index 142 vs 100). Within Dawson Springs, 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.