12937 Zip Code, Fort Covington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Covington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 95 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 12937 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12937 in Fort Covington, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Covington.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 179, 79% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 71). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 179 (79% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 71 (29% below avg)

12937 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
71 -29% Low
Robbery
162 +62% High
Rape
77 -23% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
179 +79% High
Larceny / Theft
106 +6% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

12937 Crime Map

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12937 Demographics & Context

Population
1,563
Median Income
$55,400
Home Value
$54,221
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
49/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.9%
Graduate Degree 10.2%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.9%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12937, Fort Covington?

Zip code 12937 in Fort Covington, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average. Zip code 12937 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Covington.

Is Zip code 12937 a safe neighborhood in Fort Covington?

Zip code 12937 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Covington, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 179), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 71). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Covington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12937?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12937 is Burglary, with a crime index of 179 (79% 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 12937?

Zip code 12937 has a population of approximately 1,563. The median household income is $55,400. The median home value is $54,221. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12937 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12937's overall crime rate is 5% below the national average (index 95 vs 100). Within Fort Covington, 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.