17814 Zip Code, Benton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Benton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 140 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 66
34% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17814 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 17814 in Benton, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Benton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 30 (70% below avg)

17814 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
92 -8% Average
Assault
131 +31% Moderate
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
36 -64% Low
Vehicle Theft
30 -70% Low

17814 Crime Map

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17814 Demographics & Context

Population
4,779
Median Income
$62,706
Home Value
$240,848
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
37/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.1%
Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.1%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.4%
17814 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17814, Benton?

Zip code 17814 in Benton, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 17814 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Benton.

Is Zip code 17814 a safe neighborhood in Benton?

Zip code 17814 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Benton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 134), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Benton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17814?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17814 is Robbery, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17814?

Zip code 17814 has a population of approximately 4,779. The median household income is $62,706. The median home value is $240,848. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17814 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17814's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Benton, 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.