08904 Zip Code, Highland Park

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Highland Park

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 120 / 300 High

Violent Crime 110

10% above national avg

Property Crime 128

28% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

Highland Park zip codes

Check a specific address

in Highland Park

Is 08904 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 08904 in Highland Park, NJ has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Highland Park.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 67).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 144 (44% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 67 (33% below avg)

08904 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Highland Park	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	67	-33%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate

08904 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map

Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

08904 Demographics & Context

Population

14,716

Median Income

$104,214

Home Value

$459,673

Median Age

Pop. Density

7,789/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25%

Graduate Degree 40.9%

Housing

36%

64%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 59.5%

Black 10.3%

Hispanic 12.2%

Asian 21.7%

08904 Crime Map

Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code

Highland Park Crime Statistics

View all Highland Park neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08904, Highland Park?

Zip code 08904 in Highland Park, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 08904 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Highland Park.

Is Zip code 08904 a safe neighborhood in Highland Park?

Zip code 08904 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Highland Park, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 144), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 67). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Highland Park.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08904?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08904 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 144 (44% 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 08904?

Zip code 08904 has a population of approximately 14,716. The median household income is $104,214. The median home value is $459,673. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08904 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08904's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Highland Park, 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.