72838 Zip Code, Gravelly

Last updated: July 27, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gravelly

Summary: 72838 (Gravelly, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 72838 in Gravelly, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gravelly.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: July 27, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 150 / 300 High
Violent Crime 152
52% above national avg
Property Crime 77
23% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72838 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72838 in Gravelly, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gravelly.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 165, 65% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 165 (65% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 29 (71% below avg)

72838 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
138 +38% Moderate
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
159 +59% High
Rape
165 +65% High
Property Crime
Burglary
83 -17% Average
Larceny / Theft
29 -71% Low
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

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72838 Demographics & Context

Population
195
Median Income
$49,626
Home Value
$97,125
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
8/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.7%
Graduate Degree 0%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.1%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 6.3%
Asian 6.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72838, Gravelly?

Zip code 72838 in Gravelly, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. Zip code 72838 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gravelly.

Is Zip code 72838 a safe neighborhood in Gravelly?

Zip code 72838 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gravelly, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 165), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gravelly.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72838?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72838 is Rape, with a crime index of 165 (65% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72838?

Zip code 72838 has a population of approximately 195. The median household income is $49,626. The median home value is $97,125. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72838 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72838's overall crime rate is 50% above the national average (index 150 vs 100). Within Gravelly, 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.