72390 Zip Code, West Helena

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in West Helena

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 139
39% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72390 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 72390 in West Helena, AR has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in West Helena.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 99). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 99 (1% below avg)

72390 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
106 +6% Moderate
Robbery
99 -1% Average
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
152 +52% High
Vehicle Theft
141 +41% Moderate

72390 Crime Map

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72390 Demographics & Context

Population
5,663
Median Income
$37,939
Home Value
$45,331
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
218/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.8%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

42%
58%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 23.4%
Black 73.7%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.8%
72390 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72390, West Helena?

Zip code 72390 in West Helena, AR has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 72390 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in West Helena.

Is Zip code 72390 a safe neighborhood in West Helena?

Zip code 72390 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in West Helena, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 152), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in West Helena.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72390?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72390 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 152 (52% 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 72390?

Zip code 72390 has a population of approximately 5,663. The median household income is $37,939. The median home value is $45,331. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72390 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72390's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within West Helena, 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.