08109 Zip Code, Merchantville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merchantville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 82 / 300 High
Violent Crime 94
6% below national avg
Property Crime 108
8% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 08109 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 08109 in Merchantville, NJ has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 82, which is 18% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merchantville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 84).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 84 (16% below avg)

08109 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
84 -16% Average
Assault
88 -12% Average
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
90 -10% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
106 +6% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

08109 Crime Map

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

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08109 Demographics & Context

Population
22,169
Median Income
$80,157
Home Value
$250,470
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
4,391/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.4%
Graduate Degree 9.5%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 54.8%
Black 22.7%
Hispanic 23.1%
Asian 8.2%
08109 Crime Map
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Merchantville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08109, Merchantville?

Zip code 08109 in Merchantville, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 82, which is 18% below the national average. Zip code 08109 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merchantville.

Is Zip code 08109 a safe neighborhood in Merchantville?

Zip code 08109 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Merchantville, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 115), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 84). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merchantville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08109?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08109 is Robbery, with a crime index of 115 (15% 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 08109?

Zip code 08109 has a population of approximately 22,169. The median household income is $80,157. The median home value is $250,470. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08109 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08109's overall crime rate is 18% below the national average (index 82 vs 100). Within Merchantville, 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.