Question 1

Is 47714 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 47714 in Evansville has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Evansville city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 47714 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 47714?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 47714 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 47714. 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, 47714 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Evansville. 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 47714?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 47714 is approximately $143K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 47714 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 47714 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 47714 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 47714 has an overall NeighborScore of 73/100, placing it in the moderate range for Evansville. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 73/100, 47714 scores similarly to the middle tier of Evansville 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.

Evansville — ZIP 47714

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Benjamin Bosse High School	PK–12	—	—	—
Dexter Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Fairlawn Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Harper Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Hebron Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Lodge Community School	KG–08	—	—	—
McGary Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Washington Middle School	06–08	—	—	—