71268 Zip Code, Quitman

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Quitman

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 131 / 300 High

Violent Crime 118

18% above national avg

Property Crime 109

9% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 71268 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 71268 in Quitman, 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 Quitman.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 96).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 128 (28% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 96 (4% below avg)

71268 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Quitman	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	96	-4%	N/A	Average

71268 Crime Map

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71268 Demographics & Context

Population

3,207

Median Income

$54,245

Home Value

$202,350

Median Age

Pop. Density

27/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.5%

Graduate Degree 6.1%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.2%

Black 26.8%

Hispanic 2.6%

Asian 0.2%

71268 Crime Map

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Quitman Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71268, Quitman?

Zip code 71268 in Quitman, 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 71268 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Quitman.

Is Zip code 71268 a safe neighborhood in Quitman?

Zip code 71268 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Quitman, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 128), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Quitman.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71268?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71268 is Burglary, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71268?

Zip code 71268 has a population of approximately 3,207. The median household income is $54,245. The median home value is $202,350. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71268 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71268's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Quitman, 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.