71457 Zip Code, Natchitoches

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Natchitoches

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 118 / 300 High

Violent Crime 132

32% above national avg

Property Crime 131

31% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 71457 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 71457 in Natchitoches, LA has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Natchitoches.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 141 (41% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 111 (11% above avg)

71457 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Natchitoches	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate

71457 Crime Map

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71457 Demographics & Context

Population

27,008

Median Income

$47,404

Home Value

$168,188

Median Age

Pop. Density

89/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.9%

Graduate Degree 11.6%

Housing

46%

54%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 42%

Black 52%

Hispanic 2.3%

Asian 0.6%

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Natchitoches Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71457, Natchitoches?

Zip code 71457 in Natchitoches, LA has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 71457 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Natchitoches.

Is Zip code 71457 a safe neighborhood in Natchitoches?

Zip code 71457 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Natchitoches, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 141), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Natchitoches.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71457?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71457 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71457?

Zip code 71457 has a population of approximately 27,008. The median household income is $47,404. The median home value is $168,188. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71457 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71457's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Natchitoches, 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.