72437 Zip Code, Lake City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 131 / 300 High
Violent Crime 98
2% below national avg
Property Crime 78
22% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72437 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72437 in Lake City, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake City.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 1).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 1 (99% below avg)

72437 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
145 +45% Moderate
Robbery
1 -99% Low
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
21 -79% Low
Vehicle Theft
86 -14% Average

72437 Crime Map

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72437 Demographics & Context

Population
4,362
Median Income
$52,710
Home Value
$137,462
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
41/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.2%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.3%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 0%
72437 Crime Map
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Lake City Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72437, Lake City?

Zip code 72437 in Lake City, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 72437 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lake City.

Is Zip code 72437 a safe neighborhood in Lake City?

Zip code 72437 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lake City, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 145), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 1). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lake City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72437?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72437 is Assault, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72437?

Zip code 72437 has a population of approximately 4,362. The median household income is $52,710. The median home value is $137,462. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72437 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72437's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Lake City, 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.