12189 Zip Code, Watervliet

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Watervliet

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 115 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12189 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12189 in Watervliet, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Watervliet.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 86).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 129 (29% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 86 (14% below avg)

12189 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
106 +6% Moderate
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
89 -11% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
86 -14% Average
Larceny / Theft
129 +29% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
114 +14% Moderate

12189 Crime Map

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12189 Demographics & Context

Population
18,192
Median Income
$68,320
Home Value
$289,137
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
2,879/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.5%
Graduate Degree 10.2%

Housing

37%
63%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.1%
Black 9.3%
Hispanic 5.8%
Asian 7.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12189, Watervliet?

Zip code 12189 in Watervliet, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 12189 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Watervliet.

Is Zip code 12189 a safe neighborhood in Watervliet?

Zip code 12189 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Watervliet, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 129), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Watervliet.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12189?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12189 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 129 (29% 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 12189?

Zip code 12189 has a population of approximately 18,192. The median household income is $68,320. The median home value is $289,137. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12189 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12189's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Watervliet, 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.