17512 Zip Code, Columbia

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Columbia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17512 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17512 in Columbia, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Columbia.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 102 (2% above avg)

17512 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
115 +15% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
132 +32% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
125 +25% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
136 +36% Moderate

17512 Crime Map

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17512 Demographics & Context

Population
20,891
Median Income
$68,308
Home Value
$283,116
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
1,126/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.2%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.7%
Black 5.5%
Hispanic 10.2%
Asian 1.4%
17512 Crime Map
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Columbia Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17512, Columbia?

Zip code 17512 in Columbia, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 17512 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Columbia.

Is Zip code 17512 a safe neighborhood in Columbia?

Zip code 17512 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Columbia, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 136), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Columbia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17512?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17512 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 136 (36% 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 17512?

Zip code 17512 has a population of approximately 20,891. The median household income is $68,308. The median home value is $283,116. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17512 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17512's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Columbia, 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.