17948 Zip Code, Mahanoy City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mahanoy City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 146 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 151
51% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17948 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17948 in Mahanoy City, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mahanoy City.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 177, 77% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 86). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 177 (77% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 86 (14% below avg)

17948 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
151 +51% High
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
177 +77% High
Larceny / Theft
147 +47% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
130 +30% Moderate

17948 Crime Map

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17948 Demographics & Context

Population
4,718
Median Income
$41,358
Home Value
$26,735
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
242/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.1%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.9%
Black 2.3%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17948, Mahanoy City?

Zip code 17948 in Mahanoy City, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 17948 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mahanoy City.

Is Zip code 17948 a safe neighborhood in Mahanoy City?

Zip code 17948 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mahanoy City, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 177), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mahanoy City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17948?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17948 is Burglary, with a crime index of 177 (77% 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 17948?

Zip code 17948 has a population of approximately 4,718. The median household income is $41,358. The median home value is $26,735. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17948 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17948's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within Mahanoy City, 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.