12590 Zip Code, Wappingers Falls

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wappingers Falls

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 64 / 300 High
Violent Crime 70
30% below national avg
Property Crime 78
22% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 12590 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12590 in Wappingers Falls, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wappingers Falls.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 91, 9% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 54).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 91 (9% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 54 (46% below avg)

12590 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
74 -26% Low
Assault
63 -37% Low
Robbery
67 -33% Low
Rape
77 -23% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
54 -46% Low
Larceny / Theft
89 -11% Average
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

12590 Crime Map

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12590 Demographics & Context

Population
33,456
Median Income
$105,976
Home Value
$395,967
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
955/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.6%
Graduate Degree 15.4%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.3%
Black 8.3%
Hispanic 16.3%
Asian 5.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12590, Wappingers Falls?

Zip code 12590 in Wappingers Falls, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average. Zip code 12590 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wappingers Falls.

Is Zip code 12590 a safe neighborhood in Wappingers Falls?

Zip code 12590 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wappingers Falls, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 91), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 54). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wappingers Falls.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12590?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12590 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 91 (9% below 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 12590?

Zip code 12590 has a population of approximately 33,456. The median household income is $105,976. The median home value is $395,967. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12590 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12590's overall crime rate is 36% below the national average (index 64 vs 100). Within Wappingers Falls, 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.