17257 Zip Code, Shippensburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shippensburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 99 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17257 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17257 in Shippensburg, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shippensburg.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 89).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 89 (11% below avg)

17257 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
89 -11% Average
Robbery
144 +44% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
142 +42% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
106 +6% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

17257 Crime Map

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17257 Demographics & Context

Population
29,503
Median Income
$67,385
Home Value
$228,048
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
258/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.5%
Graduate Degree 9.9%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.3%
Black 4.4%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 1.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17257, Shippensburg?

Zip code 17257 in Shippensburg, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average. Zip code 17257 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shippensburg.

Is Zip code 17257 a safe neighborhood in Shippensburg?

Zip code 17257 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shippensburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 144), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shippensburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17257?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17257 is Robbery, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17257?

Zip code 17257 has a population of approximately 29,503. The median household income is $67,385. The median home value is $228,048. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17257 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17257's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). Within Shippensburg, 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.