18218 Zip Code, Coaldale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Coaldale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 140 / 300 High
Violent Crime 141
41% above national avg
Property Crime 153
53% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 18218 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 18218 in Coaldale, 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 Coaldale.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 137).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 137 (37% above avg)

18218 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
137 +37% Moderate
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
153 +53% High
Vehicle Theft
158 +58% High

18218 Crime Map

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18218 Demographics & Context

Population
1,897
Median Income
$46,979
Home Value
$63,787
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
1,111/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.9%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.2%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 5.2%
Asian 1.2%
18218 Crime Map
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Coaldale Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 18218, Coaldale?

Zip code 18218 in Coaldale, 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 18218 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Coaldale.

Is Zip code 18218 a safe neighborhood in Coaldale?

Zip code 18218 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Coaldale, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 158), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 137). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Coaldale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 18218?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 18218 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 158 (58% 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 18218?

Zip code 18218 has a population of approximately 1,897. The median household income is $46,979. The median home value is $63,787. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 18218 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 18218's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Coaldale, 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.