07601 Zip Code, Hackensack

Last updated: May 17, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hackensack

Summary: 07601 (Hackensack, NJ) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 07601 in Hackensack, NJ has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hackensack.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 17, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 140 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 142
42% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 07601 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 07601 in Hackensack, NJ has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hackensack.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 85).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 163 (63% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 85 (15% below avg)

07601 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
143 +43% Moderate
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
135 +35% Moderate
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
163 +63% High
Vehicle Theft
137 +37% Moderate

07601 Crime Map

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07601 Demographics & Context

Population
44,368
Median Income
$83,200
Home Value
$388,127
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
10,204/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.1%
Graduate Degree 13.1%

Housing

33%
67%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 38.5%
Black 27.5%
Hispanic 40.4%
Asian 12.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07601, Hackensack?

Zip code 07601 in Hackensack, NJ has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 07601 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hackensack.

Is Zip code 07601 a safe neighborhood in Hackensack?

Zip code 07601 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hackensack, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 163), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 85). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hackensack.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07601?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07601 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 163 (63% 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 07601?

Zip code 07601 has a population of approximately 44,368. The median household income is $83,200. The median home value is $388,127. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07601 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07601's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Hackensack, 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 May 2026.