16226 Zip Code, Ford City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ford City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 124 / 300 High

Violent Crime 115

15% above national avg

Property Crime 112

12% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 16226 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 16226 in Ford City, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ford City.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 96).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 135 (35% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 96 (4% below avg)

16226 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Ford City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	96	-4%	N/A	Average
Rape	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate

16226 Crime Map

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16226 Demographics & Context

Population

7,831

Median Income

$57,344

Home Value

$115,006

Median Age

Pop. Density

126/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.7%

Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

73%

27%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.5%

Black 1.8%

Hispanic 0.8%

Asian 0.3%

16226 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 16226, Ford City?

Zip code 16226 in Ford City, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 16226 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ford City.

Is Zip code 16226 a safe neighborhood in Ford City?

Zip code 16226 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ford City, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 135), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ford City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 16226?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 16226 is Assault, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 16226?

Zip code 16226 has a population of approximately 7,831. The median household income is $57,344. The median home value is $115,006. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 16226 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 16226's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Ford City, 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.