42733 Zip Code, Elk Horn

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elk Horn

Summary: 42733 (Elk Horn, KY) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 42733 in Elk Horn, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elk Horn.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 26, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 137 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 42733 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 42733 in Elk Horn, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elk Horn.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 27 (73% below avg)

42733 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
141 +41% Moderate
Robbery
96 -4% Average
Rape
156 +56% High
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
27 -73% Low
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

42733 Crime Map

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42733 Demographics & Context

Population
1,645
Median Income
$43,946
Home Value
$159,257
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.9%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.1%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42733, Elk Horn?

Zip code 42733 in Elk Horn, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 42733 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elk Horn.

Is Zip code 42733 a safe neighborhood in Elk Horn?

Zip code 42733 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elk Horn, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elk Horn.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42733?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42733 is Rape, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42733?

Zip code 42733 has a population of approximately 1,645. The median household income is $43,946. The median home value is $159,257. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42733 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42733's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Elk Horn, 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 May 2026.