46746 Zip Code, Howe

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Howe

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 85
15% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 46746 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 46746 in Howe, IN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Howe.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 47 (53% below avg)

46746 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
154 +54% High
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
139 +39% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
69 -31% Low
Vehicle Theft
47 -53% Low

46746 Crime Map

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46746 Demographics & Context

Population
4,486
Median Income
$58,069
Home Value
$248,627
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
61/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.8%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.5%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 10.6%
Asian 0.9%
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Howe Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46746, Howe?

Zip code 46746 in Howe, IN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 46746 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Howe.

Is Zip code 46746 a safe neighborhood in Howe?

Zip code 46746 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Howe, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 154), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Howe.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46746?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 46746 is Robbery, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 46746?

Zip code 46746 has a population of approximately 4,486. The median household income is $58,069. The median home value is $248,627. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46746 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46746's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Howe, 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.