70543 Zip Code, Iota

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Iota

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 104 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 101
1% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70543 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 70543 in Iota, LA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Iota.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% 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 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 66 (34% below avg)

70543 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
66 -34% Low
Vehicle Theft
89 -11% Average

70543 Crime Map

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70543 Demographics & Context

Population
3,858
Median Income
$57,554
Home Value
$192,031
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
51/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.9%
Graduate Degree 2.4%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.9%
Black 4.4%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.1%
70543 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70543, Iota?

Zip code 70543 in Iota, LA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 70543 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Iota.

Is Zip code 70543 a safe neighborhood in Iota?

Zip code 70543 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Iota, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 148), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Iota.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70543?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70543 is Burglary, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70543?

Zip code 70543 has a population of approximately 3,858. The median household income is $57,554. The median home value is $192,031. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70543 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70543's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Iota, 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.