Question 1

Is 43078 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 43078 in Urbana has a crime score of 65/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Urbana city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 43078 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 43078?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 43078 has a school score of 62/100, based on NCES EdFacts proficiency data for nearby public schools. Schools in 43078 perform near state averages on math and reading assessments — neither significantly above nor below the Urbana district benchmark. For families with school-age children, the Full School Report for 43078 provides proficiency rates and enrollment data for each individual school. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 assessment data.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 43078?

Accepted Answer

The typical home value in 43078 is approximately $243K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. ZHVI reflects the 35th–65th percentile price range, not a simple median. This places 43078 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 43078 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 43078 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 43078 has an overall NeighborScore of 59/100, which is below average for the Urbana metro. The score weights crime (40%), schools (35%), and relative property value (25%). A score below 60 typically reflects above-average crime rates, below-average school proficiency, or both — though the property value component may show strong relative value (more home per dollar). Reviewing the component scores and the Full Reports for crime, schools, and real estate separately will give a clearer picture than the composite alone.

School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Urbana Elementary School	PK–05	864	49%	58%
Urbana Junior High School	06–08	387	47%	52%
Urbana High School	09–12	528	27%	52%

— ZIP 43078

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