17236 Zip Code, Mercersburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mercersburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 82
18% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17236 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17236 in Mercersburg, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mercersburg.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 61 (39% below avg)

17236 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
98 -2% Average
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
125 +25% Moderate
Rape
151 +51% High
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
61 -39% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

17236 Crime Map

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17236 Demographics & Context

Population
9,215
Median Income
$72,314
Home Value
$230,558
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
75/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.4%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.3%
Black 2.8%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.9%
17236 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17236, Mercersburg?

Zip code 17236 in Mercersburg, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 17236 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mercersburg.

Is Zip code 17236 a safe neighborhood in Mercersburg?

Zip code 17236 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mercersburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 151), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mercersburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17236?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17236 is Rape, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17236?

Zip code 17236 has a population of approximately 9,215. The median household income is $72,314. The median home value is $230,558. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17236 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17236's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Mercersburg, 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.