07849 Zip Code, Lake Hopatcong

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Hopatcong

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 83
17% below national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 07849 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07849 in Lake Hopatcong, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Hopatcong.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 38 (62% below avg)

07849 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
93 -7% Average
Robbery
78 -22% Low
Rape
46 -54% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
93 -7% Average
Larceny / Theft
38 -62% Low
Vehicle Theft
50 -50% Low

07849 Crime Map

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07849 Demographics & Context

Population
7,697
Median Income
$119,115
Home Value
$421,676
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
840/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 27.8%
Graduate Degree 11.3%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.7%
Black 2.1%
Hispanic 9.3%
Asian 5.9%
07849 Crime Map
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Lake Hopatcong Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07849, Lake Hopatcong?

Zip code 07849 in Lake Hopatcong, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 07849 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lake Hopatcong.

Is Zip code 07849 a safe neighborhood in Lake Hopatcong?

Zip code 07849 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lake Hopatcong, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 115), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lake Hopatcong.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07849?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07849 is Murder, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07849?

Zip code 07849 has a population of approximately 7,697. The median household income is $119,115. The median home value is $421,676. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07849 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07849's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Lake Hopatcong, 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.