17870 Zip Code, Selinsgrove

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Selinsgrove

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 17870 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17870 in Selinsgrove, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Selinsgrove.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 90).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 90 (10% below avg)

17870 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
113 +13% Moderate
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
115 +15% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
131 +31% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

17870 Crime Map

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17870 Demographics & Context

Population
15,381
Median Income
$73,949
Home Value
$226,697
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
314/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%
Graduate Degree 12.2%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.8%
Black 3.4%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17870, Selinsgrove?

Zip code 17870 in Selinsgrove, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 17870 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Selinsgrove.

Is Zip code 17870 a safe neighborhood in Selinsgrove?

Zip code 17870 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Selinsgrove, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 131), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 90). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Selinsgrove.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17870?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17870 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 131 (31% 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 17870?

Zip code 17870 has a population of approximately 15,381. The median household income is $73,949. The median home value is $226,697. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17870 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17870's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Selinsgrove, 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.