18343 Zip Code, Mount Bethel

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Bethel

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 96
4% below national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 18343 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 18343 in Mount Bethel, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Bethel.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 10 (90% below avg)

18343 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
99 -1% Average
Assault
102 +2% Moderate
Robbery
108 +8% Moderate
Rape
74 -26% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
156 +56% High
Larceny / Theft
14 -86% Low
Vehicle Theft
10 -90% Low

18343 Crime Map

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18343 Demographics & Context

Population
3,860
Median Income
$83,856
Home Value
$334,193
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
182/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.5%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.9%
Black 4.6%
Hispanic 5.2%
Asian 1.9%
18343 Crime Map
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Mount Bethel Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 18343, Mount Bethel?

Zip code 18343 in Mount Bethel, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 18343 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mount Bethel.

Is Zip code 18343 a safe neighborhood in Mount Bethel?

Zip code 18343 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mount Bethel, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 156), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mount Bethel.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 18343?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 18343 is Burglary, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 18343?

Zip code 18343 has a population of approximately 3,860. The median household income is $83,856. The median home value is $334,193. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 18343 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 18343's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Mount Bethel, 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.