70094 Zip Code, Westwego

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Westwego

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 105 / 300 High

Violent Crime 99

1% below national avg

Property Crime 114

14% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 70094 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 70094 in Westwego, LA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Westwego.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 124, 24% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 84).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 124 (24% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 84 (16% below avg)

70094 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Westwego	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	84	-16%	N/A	Average
Robbery	92	-8%	N/A	Average
Rape	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	96	-4%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate

70094 Crime Map

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70094 Demographics & Context

Population

32,219

Median Income

$54,884

Home Value

$197,446

Median Age

Pop. Density

477/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.7%

Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

65%

35%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 44.3%

Black 45.3%

Hispanic 9.8%

Asian 4%

70094 Crime Map

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Westwego Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70094, Westwego?

Zip code 70094 in Westwego, LA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 70094 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Westwego.

Is Zip code 70094 a safe neighborhood in Westwego?

Zip code 70094 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Westwego, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 124), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 84). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Westwego.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70094?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70094 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 124 (24% 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 70094?

Zip code 70094 has a population of approximately 32,219. The median household income is $54,884. The median home value is $197,446. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70094 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70094's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Westwego, 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.