71953 Zip Code, Mena

Last updated: July 26, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mena

Summary: 71953 (Mena, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 71953 in Mena, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mena.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: July 26, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 115 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 71953 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 71953 in Mena, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mena.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 108 (8% above avg)

71953 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
127 +27% Moderate
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
108 +8% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

71953 Crime Map

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71953 Demographics & Context

Population
15,498
Median Income
$45,295
Home Value
$166,913
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.1%
Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 1.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71953, Mena?

Zip code 71953 in Mena, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 71953 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mena.

Is Zip code 71953 a safe neighborhood in Mena?

Zip code 71953 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mena, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 128), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mena.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71953?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71953 is Rape, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71953?

Zip code 71953 has a population of approximately 15,498. The median household income is $45,295. The median home value is $166,913. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71953 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71953's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Mena, 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.