42337 Zip Code, Drakesboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Drakesboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 143 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 42337 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 42337 in Drakesboro, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Drakesboro.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

42337 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
135 +35% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
57 -43% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

42337 Crime Map

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42337 Demographics & Context

Population
2,124
Median Income
$45,979
Home Value
$122,151
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
53/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4%
Graduate Degree 1.3%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92%
Black 6%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42337, Drakesboro?

Zip code 42337 in Drakesboro, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average. Zip code 42337 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Drakesboro.

Is Zip code 42337 a safe neighborhood in Drakesboro?

Zip code 42337 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Drakesboro, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 140), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Drakesboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42337?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42337 is Rape, with a crime index of 140 (40% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42337?

Zip code 42337 has a population of approximately 2,124. The median household income is $45,979. The median home value is $122,151. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42337 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42337's overall crime rate is 43% above the national average (index 143 vs 100). Within Drakesboro, 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.