16845 Zip Code, Karthaus

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Karthaus

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 159 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 16845 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 16845 in Karthaus, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 159, which is 59% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Karthaus.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 168, 68% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 168 (68% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 18 (82% below avg)

16845 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
92 -8% Average
Assault
168 +68% High
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
164 +64% High
Larceny / Theft
18 -82% Low
Vehicle Theft
33 -67% Low

16845 Crime Map

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16845 Demographics & Context

Population
1,292
Median Income
$69,049
Home Value
$63,167
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.7%
Graduate Degree 1.2%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.6%
Black 7.1%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 16845, Karthaus?

Zip code 16845 in Karthaus, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 159, which is 59% above the national average. Zip code 16845 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Karthaus.

Is Zip code 16845 a safe neighborhood in Karthaus?

Zip code 16845 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Karthaus, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 168), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Karthaus.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 16845?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 16845 is Assault, with a crime index of 168 (68% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 16845?

Zip code 16845 has a population of approximately 1,292. The median household income is $69,049. The median home value is $63,167. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 16845 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 16845's overall crime rate is 59% above the national average (index 159 vs 100). Within Karthaus, 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.