15940 Zip Code, Loretto

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Loretto

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 36 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 15940 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 15940 in Loretto, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 36, which is 64% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Loretto.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 28).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 129 (29% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 28 (72% below avg)

15940 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
80 -20% Low
Assault
28 -72% Low
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
82 -18% Average
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

15940 Crime Map

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15940 Demographics & Context

Population
2,944
Median Income
$71,918
Home Value
$139,933
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
112/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.7%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.8%
Black 10.3%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 0.7%
15940 Crime Map
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Loretto Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15940, Loretto?

Zip code 15940 in Loretto, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 36, which is 64% below the national average. Zip code 15940 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Loretto.

Is Zip code 15940 a safe neighborhood in Loretto?

Zip code 15940 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Loretto, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 129), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Loretto.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15940?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15940 is Rape, with a crime index of 129 (29% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 15940?

Zip code 15940 has a population of approximately 2,944. The median household income is $71,918. The median home value is $139,933. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15940 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15940's overall crime rate is 64% below the national average (index 36 vs 100). Within Loretto, 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.