70589 Zip Code, Washington

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Washington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 124 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 105
5% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 70589 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 70589 in Washington, LA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Washington.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 75). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 149 (49% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 75 (25% below avg)

70589 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
143 +43% Moderate
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
149 +49% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
75 -25% Low
Vehicle Theft
92 -8% Average

70589 Crime Map

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70589 Demographics & Context

Population
3,285
Median Income
$46,940
Home Value
$166,696
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
26/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 54.7%
Black 41.9%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70589, Washington?

Zip code 70589 in Washington, LA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 70589 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Washington.

Is Zip code 70589 a safe neighborhood in Washington?

Zip code 70589 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Washington, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 149), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 75). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Washington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70589?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70589 is Burglary, with a crime index of 149 (49% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70589?

Zip code 70589 has a population of approximately 3,285. The median household income is $46,940. The median home value is $166,696. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70589 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70589's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Washington, 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.