15463 Zip Code, Merrittstown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merrittstown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 178 / 300 High
Violent Crime 131
31% above national avg
Property Crime 147
47% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 15463 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 15463 in Merrittstown, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 178, which is 78% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merrittstown.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 182, 82% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 20).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 182 (82% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 20 (80% below avg)

15463 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
167 +67% High
Assault
175 +75% High
Robbery
20 -80% Low
Rape
160 +60% High
Property Crime
Burglary
182 +82% High
Larceny / Theft
91 -9% Average
Vehicle Theft
168 +68% High

15463 Crime Map

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15463 Demographics & Context

Population
207
Median Income
$37,771
Home Value
$88,198
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
1,380/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.5%
Graduate Degree 1.9%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.6%
Black 7.4%
Hispanic 0.6%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15463, Merrittstown?

Zip code 15463 in Merrittstown, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 178, which is 78% above the national average. Zip code 15463 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merrittstown.

Is Zip code 15463 a safe neighborhood in Merrittstown?

Zip code 15463 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Merrittstown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 182), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 20). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merrittstown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15463?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15463 is Burglary, with a crime index of 182 (82% 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 15463?

Zip code 15463 has a population of approximately 207. The median household income is $37,771. The median home value is $88,198. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15463 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15463's overall crime rate is 78% above the national average (index 178 vs 100). Within Merrittstown, 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.