71742 Zip Code, Fordyce

Last updated: July 26, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fordyce

Summary: 71742 (Fordyce, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 71742 in Fordyce, AR has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fordyce.

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

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 132 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 71742 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 71742 in Fordyce, AR has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fordyce.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 105 (5% above avg)

71742 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
136 +36% Moderate
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
105 +5% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
119 +19% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
140 +40% Moderate

71742 Crime Map

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71742 Demographics & Context

Population
4,635
Median Income
$41,605
Home Value
$80,757
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%
Graduate Degree 1.9%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 49.9%
Black 45.9%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 0.3%
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Fordyce Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71742, Fordyce?

Zip code 71742 in Fordyce, AR has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 71742 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fordyce.

Is Zip code 71742 a safe neighborhood in Fordyce?

Zip code 71742 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fordyce, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 154), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fordyce.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71742?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71742 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 71742?

Zip code 71742 has a population of approximately 4,635. The median household income is $41,605. The median home value is $80,757. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71742 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71742's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Fordyce, 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 July 2026.