Question 1

Is 71202 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 71202 in Monroe has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Monroe city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 71202 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 71202?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 71202 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 71202. 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, 71202 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Monroe. 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 71202?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 71202 is approximately $59K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 71202 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 71202 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 71202 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 71202 has an overall NeighborScore of 79/100, placing it in the moderate range for Monroe. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 79/100, 71202 scores similarly to the middle tier of Monroe 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.

Monroe — ZIP 71202

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Carver Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Clara Hall Accelerated School	PK–02	—	—	—
Martin Luther King Junior High School	07–08	—	—	—
Berg Jones Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Minnie Ruffin Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Wossman High School	09–12	—	—	—
Madison James Foster Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Thomas Jefferson Elementary	03–06	—	—	—
Robinson Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Shady Grove Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Swayze Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Richwood High School	08–12	—	—	—
Richwood Junior High School	06–08	—	—	—