12078 Zip Code, Gloversville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gloversville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12078 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12078 in Gloversville, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gloversville.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 108 (8% above avg)

12078 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

12078 Crime Map

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12078 Demographics & Context

Population
21,646
Median Income
$58,746
Home Value
$152,147
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
190/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.3%
Graduate Degree 7.6%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.5%
Black 3%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12078, Gloversville?

Zip code 12078 in Gloversville, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 12078 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gloversville.

Is Zip code 12078 a safe neighborhood in Gloversville?

Zip code 12078 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gloversville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 134), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gloversville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12078?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12078 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 134 (34% 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 12078?

Zip code 12078 has a population of approximately 21,646. The median household income is $58,746. The median home value is $152,147. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12078 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12078's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Gloversville, 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.