42038 Zip Code, Eddyville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Eddyville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 42038 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 42038 in Eddyville, KY 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 Eddyville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 79 (21% below avg)

42038 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

42038 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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42038 Demographics & Context

Population
4,733
Median Income
$54,013
Home Value
$334,444
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.2%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.7%
Black 8.5%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.3%
42038 Crime Map
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Eddyville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42038, Eddyville?

Zip code 42038 in Eddyville, KY 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 42038 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Eddyville.

Is Zip code 42038 a safe neighborhood in Eddyville?

Zip code 42038 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Eddyville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 154), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Eddyville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42038?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42038 is Rape, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42038?

Zip code 42038 has a population of approximately 4,733. The median household income is $54,013. The median home value is $334,444. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42038 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42038's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Eddyville, 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.