08318 Zip Code, Elmer

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elmer

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 47 / 300 High
Violent Crime 78
22% below national avg
Property Crime 50
50% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08318 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08318 in Elmer, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 47, which is 53% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elmer.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 111, 11% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 111 (11% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

08318 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
51 -49% Low
Assault
42 -58% Low
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
106 +6% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
109 +9% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
21 -79% Low
Vehicle Theft
21 -79% Low

08318 Crime Map

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08318 Demographics & Context

Population
12,689
Median Income
$98,626
Home Value
$284,443
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
157/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.9%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.4%
Black 6.1%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 1.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08318, Elmer?

Zip code 08318 in Elmer, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 47, which is 53% below the national average. Zip code 08318 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elmer.

Is Zip code 08318 a safe neighborhood in Elmer?

Zip code 08318 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elmer, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 111), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elmer.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08318?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08318 is Robbery, with a crime index of 111 (11% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 08318?

Zip code 08318 has a population of approximately 12,689. The median household income is $98,626. The median home value is $284,443. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08318 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08318's overall crime rate is 53% below the national average (index 47 vs 100). Within Elmer, 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.