70359 Zip Code, Gray

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gray

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 88 / 300 High
Violent Crime 95
5% below national avg
Property Crime 139
39% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70359 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 70359 in Gray, LA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 88, which is 12% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gray.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 72). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 72 (28% below avg)

70359 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
93 -7% Average
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
92 -8% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
156 +56% High
Larceny / Theft
140 +40% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

70359 Crime Map

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70359 Demographics & Context

Population
5,535
Median Income
$53,405
Home Value
$214,102
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
583/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.7%
Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 51.7%
Black 38.1%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70359, Gray?

Zip code 70359 in Gray, LA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 88, which is 12% below the national average. Zip code 70359 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gray.

Is Zip code 70359 a safe neighborhood in Gray?

Zip code 70359 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gray, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 156), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gray.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70359?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70359 is Burglary, with a crime index of 156 (56% 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 70359?

Zip code 70359 has a population of approximately 5,535. The median household income is $53,405. The median home value is $214,102. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70359 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70359's overall crime rate is 12% below the national average (index 88 vs 100). Within Gray, 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.