12047 Zip Code, Cohoes

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cohoes

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 113 / 300 High
Violent Crime 103
3% above national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12047 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12047 in Cohoes, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cohoes.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 91).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 91 (9% below avg)

12047 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
110 +10% Moderate
Robbery
91 -9% Average
Rape
100 0% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
95 -5% Average
Larceny / Theft
115 +15% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

12047 Crime Map

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12047 Demographics & Context

Population
19,895
Median Income
$67,796
Home Value
$290,469
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
1,880/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.7%
Graduate Degree 10.1%

Housing

45%
55%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.6%
Black 5.2%
Hispanic 4.3%
Asian 3.5%
12047 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12047, Cohoes?

Zip code 12047 in Cohoes, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 12047 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cohoes.

Is Zip code 12047 a safe neighborhood in Cohoes?

Zip code 12047 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cohoes, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 115), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 91). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cohoes.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12047?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12047 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 115 (15% 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 12047?

Zip code 12047 has a population of approximately 19,895. The median household income is $67,796. The median home value is $290,469. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12047 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12047's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Cohoes, 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.