46982 Zip Code, Silver Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Silver Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 46982 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 46982 in Silver Lake, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Silver Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 78). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 163 (63% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 78 (22% below avg)

46982 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
163 +63% High
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
87 -13% Average
Vehicle Theft
78 -22% Low

46982 Crime Map

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46982 Demographics & Context

Population
2,503
Median Income
$66,962
Home Value
$210,372
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
60/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.5%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.4%
46982 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46982, Silver Lake?

Zip code 46982 in Silver Lake, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 46982 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Silver Lake.

Is Zip code 46982 a safe neighborhood in Silver Lake?

Zip code 46982 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Silver Lake, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 163), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 78). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Silver Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46982?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 46982 is Robbery, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 46982?

Zip code 46982 has a population of approximately 2,503. The median household income is $66,962. The median home value is $210,372. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46982 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46982's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Silver Lake, 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.