08244 Zip Code, Somers Point

Last updated: May 25, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Somers Point

Summary: 08244 (Somers Point, NJ) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 08244 in Somers Point, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Somers Point.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 25, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 105
5% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08244 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08244 in Somers Point, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Somers Point.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 86).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 86 (14% below avg)

08244 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
86 -14% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
106 +6% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
139 +39% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

08244 Crime Map

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08244 Demographics & Context

Population
10,850
Median Income
$71,747
Home Value
$316,187
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
1,372/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.6%
Graduate Degree 12%

Housing

55%
45%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 75.8%
Black 10.3%
Hispanic 11.1%
Asian 4.1%
08244 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08244, Somers Point?

Zip code 08244 in Somers Point, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. Zip code 08244 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Somers Point.

Is Zip code 08244 a safe neighborhood in Somers Point?

Zip code 08244 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Somers Point, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 139), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Somers Point.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08244?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08244 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 139 (39% 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 08244?

Zip code 08244 has a population of approximately 10,850. The median household income is $71,747. The median home value is $316,187. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08244 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08244's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Somers Point, 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 May 2026.