12946 Zip Code, Lake Placid

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Placid

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 89 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 139
39% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 12946 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12946 in Lake Placid, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Placid.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 88). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 88 (12% below avg)

12946 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
88 -12% Average
Assault
99 -1% Average
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
158 +58% High
Vehicle Theft
152 +52% High

12946 Crime Map

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12946 Demographics & Context

Population
6,384
Median Income
$72,101
Home Value
$741,121
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
43/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17%
Graduate Degree 13.3%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.4%
Black 10.1%
Hispanic 8.9%
Asian 1.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12946, Lake Placid?

Zip code 12946 in Lake Placid, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average. Zip code 12946 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lake Placid.

Is Zip code 12946 a safe neighborhood in Lake Placid?

Zip code 12946 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lake Placid, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 158), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lake Placid.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12946?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12946 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 158 (58% 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 12946?

Zip code 12946 has a population of approximately 6,384. The median household income is $72,101. The median home value is $741,121. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12946 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12946's overall crime rate is 11% below the national average (index 89 vs 100). Within Lake Placid, 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.