72450 Zip Code, Paragould

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Paragould

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72450 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 72450 in Paragould, AR has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Paragould.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 105 (5% above avg)

72450 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
105 +5% Moderate
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
107 +7% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

72450 Crime Map

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72450 Demographics & Context

Population
37,365
Median Income
$55,637
Home Value
$170,917
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
127/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.1%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 0.5%
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Paragould Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72450, Paragould?

Zip code 72450 in Paragould, AR has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 72450 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Paragould.

Is Zip code 72450 a safe neighborhood in Paragould?

Zip code 72450 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Paragould, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 133), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Paragould.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72450?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72450 is Rape, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72450?

Zip code 72450 has a population of approximately 37,365. The median household income is $55,637. The median home value is $170,917. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72450 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72450's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Paragould, 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.