71270 Zip Code, Ruston

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ruston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 71270 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 71270 in Ruston, LA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ruston.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 122).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 122 (22% above avg)

71270 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
124 +24% Moderate
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
127 +27% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
138 +38% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

71270 Crime Map

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71270 Demographics & Context

Population
32,747
Median Income
$51,869
Home Value
$210,552
Median Age
32
Pop. Density
163/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.5%
Graduate Degree 15.6%

Housing

47%
53%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.6%
Black 43.4%
Hispanic 3.2%
Asian 2.4%
71270 Crime Map
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Ruston Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71270, Ruston?

Zip code 71270 in Ruston, LA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 71270 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ruston.

Is Zip code 71270 a safe neighborhood in Ruston?

Zip code 71270 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ruston, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 138), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 122). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ruston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71270?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71270 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 138 (38% 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 71270?

Zip code 71270 has a population of approximately 32,747. The median household income is $51,869. The median home value is $210,552. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71270 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71270's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Ruston, 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.