42085 Zip Code, Water Valley

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Water Valley

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 130 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 81
19% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 42085 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 42085 in Water Valley, KY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Water Valley.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 45). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 45 (55% below avg)

42085 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
105 +5% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
151 +51% High
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
45 -55% Low

42085 Crime Map

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42085 Demographics & Context

Population
754
Median Income
$48,741
Home Value
$105,806
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.8%
Graduate Degree 0.8%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.1%
Black 2.4%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42085, Water Valley?

Zip code 42085 in Water Valley, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 42085 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Water Valley.

Is Zip code 42085 a safe neighborhood in Water Valley?

Zip code 42085 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Water Valley, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 151), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 45). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Water Valley.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42085?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42085 is Burglary, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42085?

Zip code 42085 has a population of approximately 754. The median household income is $48,741. The median home value is $105,806. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42085 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42085's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Water Valley, 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.