08865 Zip Code, Phillipsburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Phillipsburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 124 / 300 High
Violent Crime 105
5% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 08865 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08865 in Phillipsburg, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Phillipsburg.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 122, 22% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 122 (22% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 92 (8% below avg)

08865 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
92 -8% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
113 +13% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
109 +9% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

08865 Crime Map

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08865 Demographics & Context

Population
28,999
Median Income
$82,638
Home Value
$247,367
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
668/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.3%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.8%
Black 8%
Hispanic 10.8%
Asian 2.9%
08865 Crime Map
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Phillipsburg Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08865, Phillipsburg?

Zip code 08865 in Phillipsburg, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 08865 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Phillipsburg.

Is Zip code 08865 a safe neighborhood in Phillipsburg?

Zip code 08865 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Phillipsburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 122), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Phillipsburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08865?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08865 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 122 (22% 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 08865?

Zip code 08865 has a population of approximately 28,999. The median household income is $82,638. The median home value is $247,367. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08865 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08865's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Phillipsburg, 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.