70577 Zip Code, Port Barre

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Port Barre

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 131 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70577 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 70577 in Port Barre, LA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Port Barre.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)

70577 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
138 +38% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
108 +8% Moderate

70577 Crime Map

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70577 Demographics & Context

Population
5,285
Median Income
$59,384
Home Value
$138,390
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
73/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.9%
Graduate Degree 2%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.8%
Black 20%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.3%
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Port Barre Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70577, Port Barre?

Zip code 70577 in Port Barre, LA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 70577 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Port Barre.

Is Zip code 70577 a safe neighborhood in Port Barre?

Zip code 70577 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Port Barre, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Port Barre.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70577?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70577 is Burglary, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70577?

Zip code 70577 has a population of approximately 5,285. The median household income is $59,384. The median home value is $138,390. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70577 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70577's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Port Barre, 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.