46410 Zip Code, Merrillville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merrillville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 89 / 300 High

Violent Crime 99

1% below national avg

Property Crime 104

4% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 46410 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 46410 in Merrillville, IN has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merrillville.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 112, 12% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 89).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 112 (12% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 89 (11% below avg)

46410 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Merrillville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	89	-11%	N/A	Average
Robbery	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	95	-5%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	89	-11%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate

46410 Crime Map

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46410 Demographics & Context

Population

37,146

Median Income

$71,159

Home Value

$209,048

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,234/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.1%

Graduate Degree 8.5%

Housing

63%

37%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 41.8%

Black 45.5%

Hispanic 15.4%

Asian 1.7%

46410 Crime Map

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Merrillville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46410, Merrillville?

Zip code 46410 in Merrillville, IN has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average. Zip code 46410 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merrillville.

Is Zip code 46410 a safe neighborhood in Merrillville?

Zip code 46410 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Merrillville, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 112), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merrillville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46410?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 46410 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 112 (12% 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 46410?

Zip code 46410 has a population of approximately 37,146. The median household income is $71,159. The median home value is $209,048. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46410 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46410's overall crime rate is 11% below the national average (index 89 vs 100). Within Merrillville, 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.