46979 Zip Code, Russiaville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Russiaville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 32 / 300 High
Violent Crime 87
13% below national avg
Property Crime 24
76% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 46979 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 46979 in Russiaville, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 32, which is 68% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Russiaville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 10 (90% below avg)

46979 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
49 -51% Low
Assault
26 -74% Low
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
46 -54% Low
Larceny / Theft
10 -90% Low
Vehicle Theft
16 -84% Low

46979 Crime Map

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46979 Demographics & Context

Population
5,597
Median Income
$93,092
Home Value
$240,481
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
118/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18%
Graduate Degree 10%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.5%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46979, Russiaville?

Zip code 46979 in Russiaville, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 32, which is 68% below the national average. Zip code 46979 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Russiaville.

Is Zip code 46979 a safe neighborhood in Russiaville?

Zip code 46979 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Russiaville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 139), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Russiaville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46979?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 46979 is Rape, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 46979?

Zip code 46979 has a population of approximately 5,597. The median household income is $93,092. The median home value is $240,481. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46979 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46979's overall crime rate is 68% below the national average (index 32 vs 100). Within Russiaville, 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.