17237 Zip Code, Mont Alto

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mont Alto

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 82 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17237 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17237 in Mont Alto, PA 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 Mont Alto.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 55).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 169 (69% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 55 (45% below avg)

17237 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
108 +8% Moderate
Assault
55 -45% Low
Robbery
166 +66% High
Rape
169 +69% High
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
153 +53% High
Vehicle Theft
133 +33% Moderate

17237 Crime Map

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17237 Demographics & Context

Population
816
Median Income
$65,748
Home Value
$179,852
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
811/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.2%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.9%
Black 5.9%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17237, Mont Alto?

Zip code 17237 in Mont Alto, PA 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 17237 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mont Alto.

Is Zip code 17237 a safe neighborhood in Mont Alto?

Zip code 17237 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mont Alto, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 169), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 55). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mont Alto.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17237?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17237 is Rape, with a crime index of 169 (69% 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 17237?

Zip code 17237 has a population of approximately 816. The median household income is $65,748. The median home value is $179,852. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17237 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17237's overall crime rate is 18% below the national average (index 82 vs 100). Within Mont Alto, 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.