46368 Zip Code, Portage

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Portage

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 94 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 46368 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 46368 in Portage, IN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Portage.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 69). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 69 (31% below avg)

46368 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
102 +2% Moderate
Assault
82 -18% Average
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
69 -31% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
123 +23% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

46368 Crime Map

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46368 Demographics & Context

Population
37,045
Median Income
$74,496
Home Value
$246,856
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
1,287/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.5%
Graduate Degree 6%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.4%
Black 9.2%
Hispanic 18.8%
Asian 1.6%
46368 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46368, Portage?

Zip code 46368 in Portage, IN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average. Zip code 46368 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Portage.

Is Zip code 46368 a safe neighborhood in Portage?

Zip code 46368 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Portage, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 123), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Portage.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46368?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 46368 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 123 (23% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 46368?

Zip code 46368 has a population of approximately 37,045. The median household income is $74,496. The median home value is $246,856. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46368 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46368's overall crime rate is 6% below the national average (index 94 vs 100). Within Portage, 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.