01844 Zip Code, Methuen

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Methuen

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 74 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 01844 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 01844 in Methuen, MA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Methuen.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 112, 12% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 72).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 112 (12% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 72 (28% below avg)

01844 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
86 -14% Average
Assault
75 -25% Low
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
99 -1% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
72 -28% Low
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
112 +12% Moderate

01844 Crime Map

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01844 Demographics & Context

Population
50,240
Median Income
$90,957
Home Value
$500,823
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
2,185/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.1%
Graduate Degree 11.4%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.7%
Black 4.8%
Hispanic 21.1%
Asian 4.8%
01844 Crime Map
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Methuen Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01844, Methuen?

Zip code 01844 in Methuen, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average. Zip code 01844 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Methuen.

Is Zip code 01844 a safe neighborhood in Methuen?

Zip code 01844 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Methuen, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 112), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Methuen.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01844?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01844 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 112 (12% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01844?

Zip code 01844 has a population of approximately 50,240. The median household income is $90,957. The median home value is $500,823. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01844 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01844's overall crime rate is 26% below the national average (index 74 vs 100). Within Methuen, 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.