72562 Zip Code, Newark

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Newark

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 141 / 300 High
Violent Crime 144
44% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72562 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72562 in Newark, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 141, which is 41% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Newark.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 94). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 94 (6% below avg)

72562 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
141 +41% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
94 -6% Average
Vehicle Theft
102 +2% Moderate

72562 Crime Map

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72562 Demographics & Context

Population
2,574
Median Income
$49,913
Home Value
$113,814
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
27/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.8%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.9%
Black 2%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 0.3%
72562 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72562, Newark?

Zip code 72562 in Newark, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 141, which is 41% above the national average. Zip code 72562 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Newark.

Is Zip code 72562 a safe neighborhood in Newark?

Zip code 72562 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Newark, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 154), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 94). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Newark.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72562?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72562 is Rape, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72562?

Zip code 72562 has a population of approximately 2,574. The median household income is $49,913. The median home value is $113,814. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72562 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72562's overall crime rate is 41% above the national average (index 141 vs 100). Within Newark, 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.