46312 Zip Code, East Chicago

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in East Chicago

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 146 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 137

37% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 46312 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 46312 in East Chicago, IN has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in East Chicago.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 113).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 147 (47% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 113 (13% above avg)

46312 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs East Chicago	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate

46312 Crime Map

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46312 Demographics & Context

Population

28,439

Median Income

$38,072

Home Value

$94,294

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,998/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.5%

Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

39%

61%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 30.4%

Black 41.6%

Hispanic 55.8%

Asian 0.2%

46312 Crime Map

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East Chicago Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46312, East Chicago?

Zip code 46312 in East Chicago, IN has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 46312 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in East Chicago.

Is Zip code 46312 a safe neighborhood in East Chicago?

Zip code 46312 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in East Chicago, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 147), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 113). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in East Chicago.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46312?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 46312 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 46312?

Zip code 46312 has a population of approximately 28,439. The median household income is $38,072. The median home value is $94,294. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46312 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46312's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within East Chicago, 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.