15132 Zip Code, McKeesport

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 159 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 143
43% above national avg

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Is 15132 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 15132 in McKeesport, PA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 159, which is 59% above the national average of 100.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 86).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 86 (14% below avg)

15132 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
159 +59% High
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
153 +53% High
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
141 +41% Moderate

15132 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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15132 Demographics & Context

Population
21,433
Median Income
$41,534
Home Value
$77,496
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
3,524/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.6%
Graduate Degree 5.5%

Housing

52%
48%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 59.8%
Black 31.6%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 0.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15132, McKeesport?

Zip code 15132 in McKeesport, PA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 159, which is 59% above the national average.

Is Zip code 15132 a safe neighborhood in McKeesport?

Zip code 15132 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in McKeesport, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 159), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 86).

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15132?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15132 is Assault, with a crime index of 159 (59% 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 15132?

Zip code 15132 has a population of approximately 21,433. The median household income is $41,534. The median home value is $77,496. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15132 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15132's overall crime rate is 59% above the national average (index 159 vs 100). 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.