Question 1

Is 72740 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72740 in Huntsville has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Huntsville city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 72740 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 72740?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72740 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 72740. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 72740 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Huntsville. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 72740?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 72740 is approximately $260K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 72740 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 72740 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 72740 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72740 has an overall NeighborScore of 65/100, placing it in the moderate range for Huntsville. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 65/100, 72740 scores similarly to the middle tier of Huntsville neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
WATSON PRIMARY SCHOOL	PK–02	—	—	—
HUNTSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL	09–12	—	—	—
HUNTSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL	06–08	—	—	—
HUNTSVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL	03–05	—	—	—