08203 Zip Code, Brigantine

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brigantine

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 145 / 300 High
Violent Crime 81
19% below national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08203 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08203 in Brigantine, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brigantine.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 31).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 31 (69% below avg)

08203 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
81 -19% Average
Assault
167 +67% High
Robbery
44 -56% Low
Rape
31 -69% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
88 -12% Average
Vehicle Theft
74 -26% Low

08203 Crime Map

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08203 Demographics & Context

Population
9,167
Median Income
$85,363
Home Value
$575,755
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
627/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.7%
Graduate Degree 12.7%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.5%
Black 3.2%
Hispanic 8.4%
Asian 6.1%
08203 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08203, Brigantine?

Zip code 08203 in Brigantine, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average. Zip code 08203 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brigantine.

Is Zip code 08203 a safe neighborhood in Brigantine?

Zip code 08203 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brigantine, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 167), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 31). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brigantine.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08203?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08203 is Assault, with a crime index of 167 (67% 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 08203?

Zip code 08203 has a population of approximately 9,167. The median household income is $85,363. The median home value is $575,755. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08203 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08203's overall crime rate is 45% above the national average (index 145 vs 100). Within Brigantine, 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.