70544 Zip Code, Jeanerette

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Jeanerette

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 119
19% above national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 70544 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 70544 in Jeanerette, LA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Jeanerette.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 99 (1% below avg)

70544 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
99 -1% Average
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

70544 Crime Map

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70544 Demographics & Context

Population
11,557
Median Income
$53,254
Home Value
$111,064
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
67/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.1%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 38.9%
Black 54.3%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 1.3%
70544 Crime Map
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Jeanerette Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70544, Jeanerette?

Zip code 70544 in Jeanerette, LA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 70544 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Jeanerette.

Is Zip code 70544 a safe neighborhood in Jeanerette?

Zip code 70544 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Jeanerette, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 133), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Jeanerette.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70544?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70544 is Rape, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70544?

Zip code 70544 has a population of approximately 11,557. The median household income is $53,254. The median home value is $111,064. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70544 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70544's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Jeanerette, 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.