07087 Zip Code, Union City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Union City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 111
11% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 07087 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 07087 in Union City, NJ has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Union City.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 69). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 69 (31% below avg)

07087 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
79 -21% Low
Robbery
76 -24% Low
Rape
69 -31% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
88 -12% Average
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

07087 Crime Map

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07087 Demographics & Context

Population
70,090
Median Income
$51,113
Home Value
$454,182
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
54,889/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%
Graduate Degree 6.2%

Housing

18%
82%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 52.6%
Black 5.4%
Hispanic 85.6%
Asian 3.6%
07087 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07087, Union City?

Zip code 07087 in Union City, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 07087 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Union City.

Is Zip code 07087 a safe neighborhood in Union City?

Zip code 07087 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Union City, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 131), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Union City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07087?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07087 is Vehicle 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 07087?

Zip code 07087 has a population of approximately 70,090. The median household income is $51,113. The median home value is $454,182. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07087 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07087's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Union City, 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.