47974 Zip Code, Perrysville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Perrysville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 85 / 300 High
Violent Crime 92
8% below national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 47974 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 47974 in Perrysville, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Perrysville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 121, 21% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 121 (21% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

47974 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
76 -24% Low
Assault
94 -6% Average
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
112 +12% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
37 -63% Low
Vehicle Theft
21 -79% Low

47974 Crime Map

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47974 Demographics & Context

Population
1,373
Median Income
$57,982
Home Value
$134,280
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.3%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.2%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 0.6%
Asian 0.4%
47974 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47974, Perrysville?

Zip code 47974 in Perrysville, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average. Zip code 47974 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Perrysville.

Is Zip code 47974 a safe neighborhood in Perrysville?

Zip code 47974 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Perrysville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 121), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Perrysville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47974?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47974 is Burglary, with a crime index of 121 (21% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 47974?

Zip code 47974 has a population of approximately 1,373. The median household income is $57,982. The median home value is $134,280. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47974 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47974's overall crime rate is 15% below the national average (index 85 vs 100). Within Perrysville, 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.