72941 Zip Code, Lavaca

Last updated: July 27, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lavaca

Summary: 72941 (Lavaca, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 72941 in Lavaca, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lavaca.

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

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 66 / 300 High
Violent Crime 106
6% above national avg
Property Crime 73
27% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72941 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72941 in Lavaca, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lavaca.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 35 (65% below avg)

72941 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
81 -19% Average
Assault
66 -34% Low
Robbery
139 +39% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
35 -65% Low
Vehicle Theft
48 -52% Low

72941 Crime Map

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72941 Demographics & Context

Population
6,088
Median Income
$71,537
Home Value
$173,506
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
100/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.6%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.5%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 1.2%
72941 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72941, Lavaca?

Zip code 72941 in Lavaca, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average. Zip code 72941 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lavaca.

Is Zip code 72941 a safe neighborhood in Lavaca?

Zip code 72941 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lavaca, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 139), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lavaca.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72941?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72941 is Robbery, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72941?

Zip code 72941 has a population of approximately 6,088. The median household income is $71,537. The median home value is $173,506. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72941 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72941's overall crime rate is 34% below the national average (index 66 vs 100). Within Lavaca, 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.