42420 Zip Code, Henderson

Last updated: May 2, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Henderson

Summary: 42420 (Henderson, KY) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 42420 in Henderson, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Henderson.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 2, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 42420 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 42420 in Henderson, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Henderson.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 119).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 119 (19% above avg)

42420 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
123 +23% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

42420 Crime Map

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42420 Demographics & Context

Population
35,312
Median Income
$60,367
Home Value
$177,340
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
164/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 7.8%

Housing

53%
47%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.5%
Black 10.1%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42420, Henderson?

Zip code 42420 in Henderson, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 42420 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Henderson.

Is Zip code 42420 a safe neighborhood in Henderson?

Zip code 42420 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Henderson, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 119). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Henderson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42420?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42420 is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% 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 42420?

Zip code 42420 has a population of approximately 35,312. The median household income is $60,367. The median home value is $177,340. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42420 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42420's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Henderson, 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 May 2026.