71603 Zip Code, Pine Bluff

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 50% of zip codes in Pine Bluff

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
50%
safer than other
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Is 71603 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 71603 in Pine Bluff, AR has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 50% of zip codes in Pine Bluff.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 121, 21% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 121 (21% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 108 (8% above avg)

71603 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
108 +8% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
120 +20% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

71603 Crime Map

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71603 Demographics & Context

Population
29,109
Median Income
$60,858
Home Value
$108,592
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
157/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 36.4%
Black 60.1%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71603, Pine Bluff?

Zip code 71603 in Pine Bluff, AR has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 71603 is safer than 50% of neighborhoods in Pine Bluff.

Is Zip code 71603 a safe neighborhood in Pine Bluff?

Zip code 71603 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pine Bluff, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 121), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pine Bluff.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71603?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71603 is Robbery, with a crime index of 121 (21% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Zip code 71603?

Nearby neighborhoods include 71601. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71603?

Zip code 71603 has a population of approximately 29,109. The median household income is $60,858. The median home value is $108,592. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71603 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71603's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Pine Bluff, it is safer than 50% 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.