72956 Zip Code, Van Buren

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Buren

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 90 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72956 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72956 in Van Buren, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Buren.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 89).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 89 (11% below avg)

72956 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
95 -5% Average
Robbery
89 -11% Average
Rape
98 -2% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
123 +23% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

72956 Crime Map

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72956 Demographics & Context

Population
31,791
Median Income
$53,357
Home Value
$165,138
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
303/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.7%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.5%
Black 2.1%
Hispanic 11.6%
Asian 3.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72956, Van Buren?

Zip code 72956 in Van Buren, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average. Zip code 72956 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Van Buren.

Is Zip code 72956 a safe neighborhood in Van Buren?

Zip code 72956 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Van Buren, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 123), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Van Buren.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72956?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72956 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 123 (23% 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 72956?

Zip code 72956 has a population of approximately 31,791. The median household income is $53,357. The median home value is $165,138. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72956 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72956's overall crime rate is 10% below the national average (index 90 vs 100). Within Van Buren, 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.