72722 Zip Code, Decatur

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Decatur

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72722 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72722 in Decatur, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Decatur.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 60).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 170 (70% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 60 (40% below avg)

72722 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
150 +50% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
170 +70% High
Larceny / Theft
60 -40% Low
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

72722 Crime Map

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72722 Demographics & Context

Population
3,488
Median Income
$57,053
Home Value
$164,293
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
82/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.5%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 13.7%
Asian 5%
72722 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72722, Decatur?

Zip code 72722 in Decatur, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 72722 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Decatur.

Is Zip code 72722 a safe neighborhood in Decatur?

Zip code 72722 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Decatur, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 170), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Decatur.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72722?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72722 is Burglary, with a crime index of 170 (70% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72722?

Zip code 72722 has a population of approximately 3,488. The median household income is $57,053. The median home value is $164,293. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72722 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72722's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Decatur, 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.