71857 Zip Code, Prescott

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Prescott

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 113 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 71857 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 71857 in Prescott, AR has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Prescott.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 108 (8% above avg)

71857 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
137 +37% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
108 +8% Moderate

71857 Crime Map

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71857 Demographics & Context

Population
5,750
Median Income
$48,100
Home Value
$98,799
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
21/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%
Graduate Degree 5.8%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.6%
Black 37.1%
Hispanic 4.9%
Asian 0.3%
71857 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71857, Prescott?

Zip code 71857 in Prescott, AR has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 71857 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Prescott.

Is Zip code 71857 a safe neighborhood in Prescott?

Zip code 71857 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Prescott, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 137), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Prescott.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71857?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71857 is Rape, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71857?

Zip code 71857 has a population of approximately 5,750. The median household income is $48,100. The median home value is $98,799. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71857 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71857's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Prescott, 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.