16651 Zip Code, Houtzdale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Houtzdale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 91 / 300 High
Violent Crime 107
7% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 16651 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 16651 in Houtzdale, PA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Houtzdale.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 81).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 81 (19% below avg)

16651 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
102 +2% Moderate
Assault
92 -8% Average
Robbery
81 -19% Average
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
110 +10% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

16651 Crime Map

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

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16651 Demographics & Context

Population
7,453
Median Income
$60,771
Home Value
$83,564
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
98/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.8%
Graduate Degree 2.1%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.1%
Black 20.7%
Hispanic 4.7%
Asian 0.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 16651, Houtzdale?

Zip code 16651 in Houtzdale, PA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average. Zip code 16651 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Houtzdale.

Is Zip code 16651 a safe neighborhood in Houtzdale?

Zip code 16651 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Houtzdale, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 154), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 81). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Houtzdale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 16651?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 16651 is Rape, with a crime index of 154 (54% 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 16651?

Zip code 16651 has a population of approximately 7,453. The median household income is $60,771. The median home value is $83,564. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 16651 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 16651's overall crime rate is 9% below the national average (index 91 vs 100). Within Houtzdale, 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.