30742 Zip Code, Fort Oglethorpe

Last updated: August 26, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Oglethorpe

Summary: 30742 (Fort Oglethorpe, GA) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 30742 in Fort Oglethorpe, GA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Oglethorpe.

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

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 160 / 300 High
Violent Crime 159
59% above national avg
Property Crime 154
54% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 30742 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 30742 in Fort Oglethorpe, GA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Oglethorpe.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 172, 72% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 133).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 172 (72% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 133 (33% above avg)

30742 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
162 +62% High
Assault
172 +72% High
Robbery
145 +45% Moderate
Rape
155 +55% High
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
166 +66% High
Vehicle Theft
162 +62% High

30742 Crime Map

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30742 Demographics & Context

Population
5,979
Median Income
$51,984
Home Value
$212,830
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
1,588/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.3%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

47%
53%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.8%
Black 5.9%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 4.4%
30742 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 30742, Fort Oglethorpe?

Zip code 30742 in Fort Oglethorpe, GA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average. Zip code 30742 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Oglethorpe.

Is Zip code 30742 a safe neighborhood in Fort Oglethorpe?

Zip code 30742 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Oglethorpe, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 172), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 133). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Oglethorpe.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 30742?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 30742 is Assault, with a crime index of 172 (72% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 30742?

Zip code 30742 has a population of approximately 5,979. The median household income is $51,984. The median home value is $212,830. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 30742 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 30742's overall crime rate is 60% above the national average (index 160 vs 100). Within Fort Oglethorpe, 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 August 2026.