07840 Zip Code, Hackettstown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hackettstown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 86 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07840 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07840 in Hackettstown, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 86, which is 14% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hackettstown.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 110, 10% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 66).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 110 (10% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 66 (34% below avg)

07840 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
102 +2% Moderate
Assault
89 -11% Average
Robbery
88 -12% Average
Rape
73 -27% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
66 -34% Low
Larceny / Theft
100 0% Average
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

07840 Crime Map

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07840 Demographics & Context

Population
27,811
Median Income
$111,035
Home Value
$385,847
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
771/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 28.2%
Graduate Degree 14%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.7%
Black 4.1%
Hispanic 13.7%
Asian 6.8%
07840 Crime Map
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Hackettstown Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07840, Hackettstown?

Zip code 07840 in Hackettstown, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 86, which is 14% below the national average. Zip code 07840 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hackettstown.

Is Zip code 07840 a safe neighborhood in Hackettstown?

Zip code 07840 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hackettstown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 110), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hackettstown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07840?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07840 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 110 (10% 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 07840?

Zip code 07840 has a population of approximately 27,811. The median household income is $111,035. The median home value is $385,847. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07840 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07840's overall crime rate is 14% below the national average (index 86 vs 100). Within Hackettstown, 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.