15417 Zip Code, Brownsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brownsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 131 / 300 High
Violent Crime 131
31% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 15417 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 15417 in Brownsville, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brownsville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 141 (41% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 114 (14% above avg)

15417 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
141 +41% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
136 +36% Moderate

15417 Crime Map

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15417 Demographics & Context

Population
9,523
Median Income
$51,310
Home Value
$120,306
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
419/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11%
Graduate Degree 9.6%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.7%
Black 9.3%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15417, Brownsville?

Zip code 15417 in Brownsville, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 15417 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brownsville.

Is Zip code 15417 a safe neighborhood in Brownsville?

Zip code 15417 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brownsville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 141), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brownsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15417?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15417 is Assault, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 15417?

Zip code 15417 has a population of approximately 9,523. The median household income is $51,310. The median home value is $120,306. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15417 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15417's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Brownsville, 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.