71459 Zip Code, Fort Polk

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Polk

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 14 / 300 High
Violent Crime 37
63% below national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 71459 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 71459 in Fort Polk, LA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 14, which is 86% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Polk.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 9). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 9 (91% below avg)

71459 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
40 -60% Low
Assault
9 -91% Low
Robbery
36 -64% Low
Rape
64 -36% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
37 -63% Low
Larceny / Theft
111 +11% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

71459 Crime Map

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71459 Demographics & Context

Population
9,748
Median Income
$70,472
Home Value
$128,605
Median Age
21
Pop. Density
639/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.2%
Graduate Degree 8.7%

Housing

0%
100%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.2%
Black 20.8%
Hispanic 20.7%
Asian 4.9%
71459 Crime Map
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Fort Polk Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71459, Fort Polk?

Zip code 71459 in Fort Polk, LA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 14, which is 86% below the national average. Zip code 71459 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Polk.

Is Zip code 71459 a safe neighborhood in Fort Polk?

Zip code 71459 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Polk, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 128), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Polk.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71459?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71459 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71459?

Zip code 71459 has a population of approximately 9,748. The median household income is $70,472. The median home value is $128,605. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71459 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71459's overall crime rate is 86% below the national average (index 14 vs 100). Within Fort Polk, 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 April 2026.