46405 Zip Code, Lake Station

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Station

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 139 / 300 High

Violent Crime 112

12% above national avg

Property Crime 126

26% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 46405 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 46405 in Lake Station, IN has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Station.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 96).

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 138 (38% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 96 (4% below avg)

46405 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Lake Station	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	96	-4%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate

46405 Crime Map

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46405 Demographics & Context

Population

11,752

Median Income

$49,757

Home Value

$116,409

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,349/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.2%

Graduate Degree 1.8%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.7%

Black 6.8%

Hispanic 31.8%

Asian 0.5%

46405 Crime Map

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Lake Station Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46405, Lake Station?

Zip code 46405 in Lake Station, IN has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average. Zip code 46405 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lake Station.

Is Zip code 46405 a safe neighborhood in Lake Station?

Zip code 46405 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lake Station, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 138), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lake Station.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46405?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 46405 is Murder, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 46405?

Zip code 46405 has a population of approximately 11,752. The median household income is $49,757. The median home value is $116,409. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46405 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46405's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average (index 139 vs 100). Within Lake Station, 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.