13420 Zip Code, Old Forge

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Old Forge

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 192 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 13420 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 13420 in Old Forge, NY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Old Forge.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 192, 92% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 192 (92% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 5 (95% below avg)

13420 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
192 +92% High
Robbery
42 -58% Low
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
173 +73% High
Larceny / Theft
5 -95% Low
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

13420 Crime Map

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13420 Demographics & Context

Population
836
Median Income
$107,819
Home Value
$474,368
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
17/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30.9%
Graduate Degree 20.4%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.1%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.3%
13420 Crime Map
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Old Forge Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 13420, Old Forge?

Zip code 13420 in Old Forge, NY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average. Zip code 13420 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Old Forge.

Is Zip code 13420 a safe neighborhood in Old Forge?

Zip code 13420 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Old Forge, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 192), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Old Forge.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 13420?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 13420 is Assault, with a crime index of 192 (92% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 13420?

Zip code 13420 has a population of approximately 836. The median household income is $107,819. The median home value is $474,368. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 13420 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 13420's overall crime rate is 92% above the national average (index 192 vs 100). Within Old Forge, 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.