71358 Zip Code, Palmetto

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Palmetto

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 152 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 87
13% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 71358 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 71358 in Palmetto, LA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Palmetto.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 172, 72% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 172 (72% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 19 (81% below avg)

71358 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
94 -6% Average
Assault
172 +72% High
Robbery
57 -43% Low
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
166 +66% High
Larceny / Theft
19 -81% Low
Vehicle Theft
75 -25% Low

71358 Crime Map

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71358 Demographics & Context

Population
1,341
Median Income
$49,653
Home Value
$87,000
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 47.8%
Black 48.9%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 0.1%
71358 Crime Map
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Palmetto Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71358, Palmetto?

Zip code 71358 in Palmetto, LA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average. Zip code 71358 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Palmetto.

Is Zip code 71358 a safe neighborhood in Palmetto?

Zip code 71358 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Palmetto, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Assault (index: 172), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Palmetto.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71358?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71358 is Assault, with a crime index of 172 (72% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71358?

Zip code 71358 has a population of approximately 1,341. The median household income is $49,653. The median home value is $87,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71358 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71358's overall crime rate is 52% above the national average (index 152 vs 100). Within Palmetto, 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.