17837 Zip Code, Lewisburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lewisburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 93 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17837 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17837 in Lewisburg, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lewisburg.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 120, 20% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 70).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 120 (20% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 70 (30% below avg)

17837 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
97 -3% Average
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
83 -17% Average
Rape
108 +8% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
70 -30% Low
Larceny / Theft
99 -1% Average
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

17837 Crime Map

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17837 Demographics & Context

Population
20,352
Median Income
$70,734
Home Value
$297,589
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
365/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.2%
Graduate Degree 14.8%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.3%
Black 6%
Hispanic 6.1%
Asian 2.8%
17837 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17837, Lewisburg?

Zip code 17837 in Lewisburg, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average. Zip code 17837 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lewisburg.

Is Zip code 17837 a safe neighborhood in Lewisburg?

Zip code 17837 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lewisburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 120), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 70). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lewisburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17837?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17837 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 120 (20% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17837?

Zip code 17837 has a population of approximately 20,352. The median household income is $70,734. The median home value is $297,589. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17837 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17837's overall crime rate is 7% below the national average (index 93 vs 100). Within Lewisburg, 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.