72653 Zip Code, Mountain Home

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mountain Home

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 99 / 300 High
Violent Crime 87
13% below national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72653 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 72653 in Mountain Home, AR has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mountain Home.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 46). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 46 (54% below avg)

72653 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
46 -54% Low
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
113 +13% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

72653 Crime Map

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72653 Demographics & Context

Population
28,808
Median Income
$48,357
Home Value
$220,288
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
123/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.2%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.5%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.8%
72653 Crime Map
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Mountain Home Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72653, Mountain Home?

Zip code 72653 in Mountain Home, AR has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average. Zip code 72653 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mountain Home.

Is Zip code 72653 a safe neighborhood in Mountain Home?

Zip code 72653 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mountain Home, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 115), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 46). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mountain Home.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72653?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72653 is Assault, with a crime index of 115 (15% 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 72653?

Zip code 72653 has a population of approximately 28,808. The median household income is $48,357. The median home value is $220,288. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72653 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72653's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). Within Mountain Home, 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.