15488 Zip Code, Waltersburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waltersburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 33 / 300 High
Violent Crime 87
13% below national avg
Property Crime 56
44% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 15488 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 15488 in Waltersburg, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 33, which is 67% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Waltersburg.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 153 (53% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 5 (95% below avg)

15488 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
27 -73% Low
Assault
43 -57% Low
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
145 +45% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
153 +53% High
Larceny / Theft
5 -95% Low
Vehicle Theft
11 -89% Low

15488 Crime Map

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15488 Demographics & Context

Population
156
Median Income
$57,595
Home Value
$196,659
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
75/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.5%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.7%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 0.4%
Asian 0.1%
15488 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15488, Waltersburg?

Zip code 15488 in Waltersburg, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 33, which is 67% below the national average. Zip code 15488 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waltersburg.

Is Zip code 15488 a safe neighborhood in Waltersburg?

Zip code 15488 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waltersburg, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waltersburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15488?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15488 is Burglary, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 15488?

Zip code 15488 has a population of approximately 156. The median household income is $57,595. The median home value is $196,659. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15488 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15488's overall crime rate is 67% below the national average (index 33 vs 100). Within Waltersburg, 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.