42048 Zip Code, Hardin

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hardin

Summary: 42048 (Hardin, KY) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 42048 in Hardin, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hardin.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 13, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 147 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 42048 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 42048 in Hardin, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hardin.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 66 (34% below avg)

42048 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
136 +36% Moderate
Assault
138 +38% Moderate
Robbery
83 -17% Average
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
66 -34% Low
Vehicle Theft
82 -18% Average

42048 Crime Map

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42048 Demographics & Context

Population
1,854
Median Income
$51,195
Home Value
$164,916
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
65/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.3%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.7%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42048, Hardin?

Zip code 42048 in Hardin, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 42048 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hardin.

Is Zip code 42048 a safe neighborhood in Hardin?

Zip code 42048 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hardin, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hardin.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42048?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42048 is Burglary, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42048?

Zip code 42048 has a population of approximately 1,854. The median household income is $51,195. The median home value is $164,916. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42048 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42048's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Hardin, 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 June 2026.