72348 Zip Code, Hughes

Last updated: July 27, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hughes

Summary: 72348 (Hughes, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 72348 in Hughes, AR has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hughes.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: July 27, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 150 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72348 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 72348 in Hughes, AR has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hughes.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 74).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

72348 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
144 +44% Moderate
Robbery
88 -12% Average
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

72348 Crime Map

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72348 Demographics & Context

Population
3,116
Median Income
$42,252
Home Value
$124,419
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
17/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.2%
Graduate Degree 2.4%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 42.4%
Black 54%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 0.5%
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Hughes Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72348, Hughes?

Zip code 72348 in Hughes, AR has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. Zip code 72348 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hughes.

Is Zip code 72348 a safe neighborhood in Hughes?

Zip code 72348 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hughes, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hughes.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72348?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72348 is Burglary, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72348?

Zip code 72348 has a population of approximately 3,116. The median household income is $42,252. The median home value is $124,419. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72348 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72348's overall crime rate is 50% above the national average (index 150 vs 100). Within Hughes, 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 July 2026.