72727 Zip Code, Elkins

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 Elkins

Summary: 72727 (Elkins, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 72727 in Elkins, AR has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elkins.

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

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 95 / 300 High
Violent Crime 103
3% above national avg
Property Crime 85
15% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72727 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 72727 in Elkins, AR has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elkins.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 48).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 150 (50% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

72727 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
99 -1% Average
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
94 -6% Average
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
150 +50% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

72727 Crime Map

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72727 Demographics & Context

Population
5,250
Median Income
$65,018
Home Value
$212,352
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.1%
Graduate Degree 6.2%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.9%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 1.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72727, Elkins?

Zip code 72727 in Elkins, AR has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average. Zip code 72727 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elkins.

Is Zip code 72727 a safe neighborhood in Elkins?

Zip code 72727 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elkins, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 150), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elkins.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72727?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72727 is Burglary, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72727?

Zip code 72727 has a population of approximately 5,250. The median household income is $65,018. The median home value is $212,352. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72727 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72727's overall crime rate is 5% below the national average (index 95 vs 100). Within Elkins, 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.