17090 Zip Code, Shermans Dale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shermans Dale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 58 / 300 High
Violent Crime 63
37% below national avg
Property Crime 53
47% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 17090 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 17090 in Shermans Dale, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 58, which is 42% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shermans Dale.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 8).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 8 (92% below avg)

17090 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
84 -16% Average
Assault
36 -64% Low
Robbery
58 -42% Low
Rape
75 -25% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
20 -80% Low
Vehicle Theft
8 -92% Low

17090 Crime Map

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17090 Demographics & Context

Population
5,185
Median Income
$85,221
Home Value
$295,981
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
152/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 8.2%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.3%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17090, Shermans Dale?

Zip code 17090 in Shermans Dale, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 58, which is 42% below the national average. Zip code 17090 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shermans Dale.

Is Zip code 17090 a safe neighborhood in Shermans Dale?

Zip code 17090 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shermans Dale, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 131), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shermans Dale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17090?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17090 is Burglary, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17090?

Zip code 17090 has a population of approximately 5,185. The median household income is $85,221. The median home value is $295,981. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17090 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17090's overall crime rate is 42% below the national average (index 58 vs 100). Within Shermans Dale, 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.