12144 Zip Code, Rensselaer

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rensselaer

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 93 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 12144 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12144 in Rensselaer, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rensselaer.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 124, 24% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 66). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 124 (24% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 66 (34% below avg)

12144 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
91 -9% Average
Robbery
66 -34% Low
Rape
75 -25% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
86 -14% Average
Larceny / Theft
124 +24% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

12144 Crime Map

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12144 Demographics & Context

Population
20,570
Median Income
$80,528
Home Value
$256,073
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
1,136/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.6%
Graduate Degree 12.7%

Housing

55%
45%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.6%
Black 9%
Hispanic 4.8%
Asian 6.2%
12144 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12144, Rensselaer?

Zip code 12144 in Rensselaer, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average. Zip code 12144 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rensselaer.

Is Zip code 12144 a safe neighborhood in Rensselaer?

Zip code 12144 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rensselaer, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 124), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rensselaer.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12144?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12144 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 124 (24% 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 12144?

Zip code 12144 has a population of approximately 20,570. The median household income is $80,528. The median home value is $256,073. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12144 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12144's overall crime rate is 7% below the national average (index 93 vs 100). Within Rensselaer, 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.