47861 Zip Code, Merom

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merom

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 140 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 105
5% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 47861 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 47861 in Merom, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merom.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 75). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 75 (25% below avg)

47861 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
150 +50% Moderate
Assault
93 -7% Average
Robbery
164 +64% High
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
163 +63% High
Larceny / Theft
76 -24% Low
Vehicle Theft
75 -25% Low

47861 Crime Map

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47861 Demographics & Context

Population
567
Median Income
$96,973
Home Value
$10,000
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.3%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.3%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0%
47861 Crime Map
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Merom Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47861, Merom?

Zip code 47861 in Merom, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 47861 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merom.

Is Zip code 47861 a safe neighborhood in Merom?

Zip code 47861 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Merom, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 164), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 75). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merom.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47861?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47861 is Robbery, with a crime index of 164 (64% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 47861?

Zip code 47861 has a population of approximately 567. The median household income is $96,973. The median home value is $10,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47861 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47861's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Merom, 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.