47978 Zip Code, Rensselaer

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rensselaer

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 47978 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 47978 in Rensselaer, IN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rensselaer.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 109).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 109 (9% above avg)

47978 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
112 +12% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

47978 Crime Map

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47978 Demographics & Context

Population
11,131
Median Income
$72,840
Home Value
$200,804
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
43/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.7%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 6.8%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 47978, Rensselaer?

Zip code 47978 in Rensselaer, IN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 47978 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rensselaer.

Is Zip code 47978 a safe neighborhood in Rensselaer?

Zip code 47978 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rensselaer, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 134), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rensselaer.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 47978?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 47978 is Burglary, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 47978?

Zip code 47978 has a population of approximately 11,131. The median household income is $72,840. The median home value is $200,804. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 47978 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 47978's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Rensselaer, 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.