17261 Zip Code, South Mountain

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Mountain

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 41 / 300 High
Violent Crime 86
14% below national avg
Property Crime 46
54% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17261 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17261 in South Mountain, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 41, which is 59% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Mountain.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 149 (49% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 9 (91% below avg)

17261 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
28 -72% Low
Assault
114 +14% Moderate
Robbery
52 -48% Low
Rape
149 +49% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
118 +18% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
10 -90% Low
Vehicle Theft
9 -91% Low

17261 Crime Map

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17261 Demographics & Context

Population
468
Median Income
$66,611
Home Value
$152,257
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
59/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 1.7%
Graduate Degree 1.3%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.3%
Black 11.8%
Hispanic 7.2%
Asian 0.7%
17261 Crime Map
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South Mountain Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17261, South Mountain?

Zip code 17261 in South Mountain, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 41, which is 59% below the national average. Zip code 17261 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Mountain.

Is Zip code 17261 a safe neighborhood in South Mountain?

Zip code 17261 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Mountain, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 149), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Mountain.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17261?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17261 is Rape, with a crime index of 149 (49% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17261?

Zip code 17261 has a population of approximately 468. The median household income is $66,611. The median home value is $152,257. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17261 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17261's overall crime rate is 59% below the national average (index 41 vs 100). Within South Mountain, 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.