17921 Zip Code, Ashland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 101 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 105
5% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17921 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17921 in Ashland, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 101, which is 1% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 82).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 82 (18% below avg)

17921 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
82 -18% Average
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
99 -1% Average
Vehicle Theft
99 -1% Average

17921 Crime Map

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17921 Demographics & Context

Population
8,656
Median Income
$67,514
Home Value
$101,435
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
212/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.3%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.3%
Black 10.9%
Hispanic 5.9%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17921, Ashland?

Zip code 17921 in Ashland, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 101, which is 1% above the national average. Zip code 17921 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ashland.

Is Zip code 17921 a safe neighborhood in Ashland?

Zip code 17921 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ashland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 133), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 82). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ashland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17921?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17921 is Rape, with a crime index of 133 (33% 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 17921?

Zip code 17921 has a population of approximately 8,656. The median household income is $67,514. The median home value is $101,435. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17921 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17921's overall crime rate is 1% above the national average (index 101 vs 100). Within Ashland, 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.