07828 Zip Code, Budd Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Budd Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 83
17% below national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 07828 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07828 in Budd Lake, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Budd Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 120, 20% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 54).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 120 (20% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 54 (46% below avg)

07828 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
73 -27% Low
Robbery
83 -17% Average
Rape
54 -46% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
96 -4% Average
Larceny / Theft
99 -1% Average
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

07828 Crime Map

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07828 Demographics & Context

Population
13,715
Median Income
$109,380
Home Value
$425,371
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
911/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.7%
Graduate Degree 15.2%

Housing

51%
49%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 72.6%
Black 7.7%
Hispanic 15.8%
Asian 12.1%
07828 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07828, Budd Lake?

Zip code 07828 in Budd Lake, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. Zip code 07828 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Budd Lake.

Is Zip code 07828 a safe neighborhood in Budd Lake?

Zip code 07828 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Budd Lake, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 120), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 54). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Budd Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07828?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07828 is Murder, with a crime index of 120 (20% 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 07828?

Zip code 07828 has a population of approximately 13,715. The median household income is $109,380. The median home value is $425,371. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07828 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07828's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Budd Lake, 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.