42240 Zip Code, Hopkinsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hopkinsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 130 / 300 High

Violent Crime 131

31% above national avg

Property Crime 128

28% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 42240 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 42240 in Hopkinsville, KY has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hopkinsville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 121).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 144 (44% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 121 (21% above avg)

42240 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Hopkinsville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate

42240 Crime Map

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42240 Demographics & Context

Population

40,232

Median Income

$56,024

Home Value

$170,879

Median Age

Pop. Density

138/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.2%

Graduate Degree 8.3%

Housing

46%

54%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 63.9%

Black 28.7%

Hispanic 4%

Asian 1.5%

42240 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42240, Hopkinsville?

Zip code 42240 in Hopkinsville, KY has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 42240 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hopkinsville.

Is Zip code 42240 a safe neighborhood in Hopkinsville?

Zip code 42240 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hopkinsville, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 144), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 121). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hopkinsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42240?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42240 is Assault, 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 42240?

Zip code 42240 has a population of approximately 40,232. The median household income is $56,024. The median home value is $170,879. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42240 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42240's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Hopkinsville, 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.