08809 Zip Code, Clinton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clinton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 90 / 300 High
Violent Crime 60
40% below national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 08809 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08809 in Clinton, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clinton.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 107, 7% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 34). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 107 (7% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 34 (66% below avg)

08809 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
84 -16% Average
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
34 -66% Low
Rape
50 -50% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
83 -17% Average
Larceny / Theft
107 +7% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

08809 Crime Map

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08809 Demographics & Context

Population
5,561
Median Income
$121,524
Home Value
$415,318
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
788/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.9%
Graduate Degree 21.2%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.7%
Black 4.8%
Hispanic 7.6%
Asian 9.6%
08809 Crime Map
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Clinton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08809, Clinton?

Zip code 08809 in Clinton, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average. Zip code 08809 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clinton.

Is Zip code 08809 a safe neighborhood in Clinton?

Zip code 08809 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clinton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 107), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clinton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08809?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08809 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 107 (7% 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 08809?

Zip code 08809 has a population of approximately 5,561. The median household income is $121,524. The median home value is $415,318. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08809 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08809's overall crime rate is 10% below the national average (index 90 vs 100). Within Clinton, 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.