42459 Zip Code, Sturgis

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sturgis

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 134 / 300 High

Violent Crime 133

33% above national avg

Property Crime 109

9% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 42459 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 42459 in Sturgis, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sturgis.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 84). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 145 (45% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 84 (16% below avg)

42459 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sturgis	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	84	-16%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate

42459 Crime Map

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42459 Demographics & Context

Population

4,189

Median Income

$51,943

Home Value

$117,468

Median Age

Pop. Density

32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.3%

Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.6%

Black 5.8%

Hispanic 1.5%

Asian 0.2%

42459 Crime Map

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Sturgis Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42459, Sturgis?

Zip code 42459 in Sturgis, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 42459 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sturgis.

Is Zip code 42459 a safe neighborhood in Sturgis?

Zip code 42459 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sturgis, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 84). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sturgis.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42459?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42459 is Robbery, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42459?

Zip code 42459 has a population of approximately 4,189. The median household income is $51,943. The median home value is $117,468. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42459 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42459's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within Sturgis, 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.