40359 Zip Code, Owenton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Owenton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 132 / 300 High

Violent Crime 134

34% above national avg

Property Crime 103

3% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 40359 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 40359 in Owenton, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Owenton.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 90). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 142 (42% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 90 (10% below avg)

40359 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Owenton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	142	+42%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	90	-10%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	90	-10%	N/A	Average

40359 Crime Map

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40359 Demographics & Context

Population

7,239

Median Income

$59,290

Home Value

$160,682

Median Age

Pop. Density

32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%

Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%

Black 1%

Hispanic 2.8%

Asian 0.2%

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Owenton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 40359, Owenton?

Zip code 40359 in Owenton, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 40359 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Owenton.

Is Zip code 40359 a safe neighborhood in Owenton?

Zip code 40359 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Owenton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 142), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 90). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Owenton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 40359?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 40359 is Rape, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 40359?

Zip code 40359 has a population of approximately 7,239. The median household income is $59,290. The median home value is $160,682. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 40359 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 40359's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Owenton, 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.