17824 Zip Code, Elysburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elysburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 82
18% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17824 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 17824 in Elysburg, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elysburg.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

17824 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
81 -19% Average

17824 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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17824 Demographics & Context

Population
4,070
Median Income
$74,719
Home Value
$199,256
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
152/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.2%
Graduate Degree 12.1%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.9%
Black 1%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.9%
17824 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17824, Elysburg?

Zip code 17824 in Elysburg, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 17824 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elysburg.

Is Zip code 17824 a safe neighborhood in Elysburg?

Zip code 17824 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elysburg, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 123), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elysburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17824?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17824 is Rape, with a crime index of 123 (23% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17824?

Zip code 17824 has a population of approximately 4,070. The median household income is $74,719. The median home value is $199,256. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17824 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17824's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Elysburg, 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.