42743 Zip Code, Greensburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Greensburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 42743 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 42743 in Greensburg, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Greensburg.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 64 (36% below avg)

42743 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
108 +8% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
71 -29% Low

42743 Crime Map

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42743 Demographics & Context

Population
8,509
Median Income
$46,944
Home Value
$117,541
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
41/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.8%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.6%
Black 2.6%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.3%
42743 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42743, Greensburg?

Zip code 42743 in Greensburg, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 42743 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Greensburg.

Is Zip code 42743 a safe neighborhood in Greensburg?

Zip code 42743 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Greensburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 133), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Greensburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42743?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42743 is Rape, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42743?

Zip code 42743 has a population of approximately 8,509. The median household income is $46,944. The median home value is $117,541. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42743 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42743's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Greensburg, 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.