70638 Zip Code, Elizabeth

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elizabeth

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 146 / 300 High
Violent Crime 151
51% above national avg
Property Crime 94
6% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70638 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 70638 in Elizabeth, LA has a safety grade of A. 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 Elizabeth.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 165, 65% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 165 (65% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 61 (39% below avg)

70638 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
146 +46% Moderate
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
165 +65% High
Rape
163 +63% High
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
61 -39% Low
Vehicle Theft
112 +12% Moderate

70638 Crime Map

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70638 Demographics & Context

Population
74
Median Income
$59,623
Home Value
$104,491
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.3%
Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.2%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.1%
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Elizabeth Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70638, Elizabeth?

Zip code 70638 in Elizabeth, LA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 70638 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elizabeth.

Is Zip code 70638 a safe neighborhood in Elizabeth?

Zip code 70638 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elizabeth, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 165), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elizabeth.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70638?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70638 is Robbery, with a crime index of 165 (65% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70638?

Zip code 70638 has a population of approximately 74. The median household income is $59,623. The median home value is $104,491. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70638 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70638's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within Elizabeth, 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.