Crime Safety Grade

Evansville, IN Crime Rate

Higher crime than 60% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 54+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Evansville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 119, Evansville has a 19% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 225. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Bluegrass / Pigeon earning an A+ grade while Old Erie rates D+.

Crime Index Comparison

Evansville

119

Indiana Avg

National Avg

100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index

119

19% above average

Violent Crime

111

11% above average

Property Crime

122

22% above average

Safe Areas

83%

Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Evansville

1 in 225

Property crime: 1 in 205

Where Is It Safe in Evansville?

Safest Neighborhoods

Bluegrass / Pigeon

Median income: $91,806

A+ 2

North Country Club

Median income: $66,133

A+ 3

Reitz Hill

Median income: $67,103

A+ 4

Mount Auburn

Median income: $46,560

A+ 5

Poplar Grove

Median income: $45,982

A+ 6

Arcadian Acres

Median income: $82,406

A+ 7

Oak Hill

Median income: $95,457

A+ 8

Midtown

Median income: $79,339

A+ 9

Howell

Median income: $47,699

A+ 10

Gum / Bayard / Park Chandler

Median income: $80,615

A+

Areas with Higher Crime

D+ 2

C- 3

C- 4

C 5

C 6

Bellemeade / Bayard Park

C 7

C+ 8

C+ 9

B- 10

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Evansville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · 32% above avg

Lowest Risk

Robbery · 8% below avg

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Indiana
Murder Violent	117	▲ 17%	▲ 15%
Assault Violent	124	▲ 24%	▲ 30%
Robbery Violent	92	▼ 8%	▼ 24%
Burglary Property	114	▲ 14%	▲ 3%
Larceny / Theft Property	132	▲ 32%	▲ 66%
Vehicle Theft Property	121	▲ 21%	▲ 49%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Evansville Neighborhoods

#	Neighborhood	Grade	Crime Index	Median Income
1	Bluegrass / Pigeon	A+	11	$91,806
2	North Country Club	A+	23	$66,133
3	Reitz Hill	A+	85	$67,103
4	Mount Auburn	A+	72	$46,560
5	Poplar Grove	A+	106	$45,982
6	Arcadian Acres	A+	32	$82,406
7	Oak Hill	A+	40	$95,457
8	Midtown	A+	76	$79,339
9	Howell	A+	121	$47,699
10	Gum / Bayard / Park Chandler	A+	58	$80,615
11	First Avenue West	A+	65	$90,028
12	Helfrich	A+	124	$51,006
13	Indian Woods	A	62	$85,000
14	Timber Park	A	68	$66,008
15	Plaza Park	A	57	$95,858
16	Vann Park	A	86	$81,588
17	Diamond / Stringtown	A	141	$44,757
18	Iroquois Gardens	A	65	$48,253
19	Willemette Village	A	157	$58,828
20	Hilltop	A	118	$70,217
21	Southeast Side	A	84	$68,467
22	Wesselman Park	A	103	$53,536
23	University South	A	61	$87,115
24	Western Terrace	A	125	$80,043
25	Alvord Boulevard	A	99	$81,927
26	South Lincoln Park	A	106	$83,572
27	Lincoln / Bellemeade	A	104	$71,176
28	Cullen / Hoosier	A	81	$73,624
29	Lamasco	A	185	$49,599
30	Eastview	A	108	$55,173
31	Spring Park	A	188	$72,468
32	Lorraine Park	A	147	$42,105
33	Presidents	A-	96	$53,359
34	Business 41	A-	173	$32,982
35	Knight	A-	98	$50,688
36	STAR	A-	161	$39,363
37	Lincolnshire	A-	103	$69,640
38	Jacobsville	A-	173	$36,746
39	Fickas Road	A-	133	$43,362
40	Ross Center	A-	129	$49,615
41	Cedar Hall	A-	179	$30,365
42	Riverside	B+	188	$42,888
43	South Dexter	B+	165	$40,959
44	Akin Park	B	135	$34,213
45	Tepe Park	B-	161	$41,251
46	Downtown	C+	181	$34,071
47	Ballard	C+	147	$31,340
48	Bellemeade / Bayard Park	C	166	$47,407
49	Goosetown	C	182	$36,852
50	Culver	C	174	$39,919
51	Glenwood	C-	168	$39,989
52	Center City	C-	179	$34,204
53	Blackford's Grove	D+	188	$33,965
54	Old Erie	D+	175	$20,308

Evansville Crime by Zip Code

Evansville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population

227,338

Median Income

$42,623

Home Value

$98,886

Median Rent

$797

Home Ownership

55%

Racial Demographics

White

82.4%

Black

10.6%

Hispanic

2.6%

Asian

1.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Evansville?

Evansville has an overall crime index of 119, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 83% of neighborhoods in Evansville are rated A or B for safety.

Is Evansville safe to live in?

Evansville has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Evansville?

The safest neighborhoods in Evansville based on crime data include Bluegrass / Pigeon, North Country Club, Reitz Hill, Mount Auburn, and Poplar Grove. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.

How does Evansville crime compare to the national average?

Evansville's overall crime index is 119 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 19% higher than the typical US city.

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