47968 Zip Code, New Ross

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in New Ross

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 90 / 300 High

Violent Crime 107

7% above national avg

Property Crime 69

31% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 47968 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 47968 in New Ross, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in New Ross.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 49). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 138 (38% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 49 (51% below avg)

47968 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs New Ross	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	100	0%	N/A	Average
Assault	83	-17%	N/A	Average
Robbery	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	93	-7%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	64	-36%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	49	-51%	N/A	Low

47968 Crime Map

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47968 Demographics & Context

Population

1,254

Median Income

$68,093

Home Value

$192,636

Median Age

Pop. Density

50/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.9%

Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

77%

23%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.5%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 0.9%

Asian 0.2%

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New Ross Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47968, New Ross?

Zip code 47968 in New Ross, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average. Zip code 47968 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in New Ross.

Is Zip code 47968 a safe neighborhood in New Ross?

Zip code 47968 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in New Ross, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 138), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 49). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in New Ross.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47968?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47968 is Robbery, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 47968?

Zip code 47968 has a population of approximately 1,254. The median household income is $68,093. The median home value is $192,636. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47968 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47968's overall crime rate is 10% below the national average (index 90 vs 100). Within New Ross, 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.