71854 Zip Code, Texarkana

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Texarkana

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Texarkana zip codes

Check a specific address

in Texarkana

Is 71854 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 71854 in Texarkana, AR has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Texarkana.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)

71854 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
117 +17% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
114 +14% Moderate

71854 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

71854 Demographics & Context

Population
36,112
Median Income
$55,560
Home Value
$155,843
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
134/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.2%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 61.7%
Black 32.8%
Hispanic 3.2%
Asian 0.6%
71854 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
Texarkana Crime Statistics
View all Texarkana neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71854, Texarkana?

Zip code 71854 in Texarkana, AR has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 71854 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Texarkana.

Is Zip code 71854 a safe neighborhood in Texarkana?

Zip code 71854 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Texarkana, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Texarkana.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71854?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71854 is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71854?

Zip code 71854 has a population of approximately 36,112. The median household income is $55,560. The median home value is $155,843. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71854 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71854's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Texarkana, 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.