12489 Zip Code, Wawarsing

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wawarsing

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 158 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 12489 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12489 in Wawarsing, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wawarsing.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 195, 95% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 50).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 195 (95% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 50 (50% below avg)

12489 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
153 +53% High
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
70 -30% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
195 +95% High
Larceny / Theft
109 +9% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
50 -50% Low

12489 Crime Map

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12489 Demographics & Context

Population
63
Median Income
$49,109
Home Value
$296,597
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.3%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 16.2%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12489, Wawarsing?

Zip code 12489 in Wawarsing, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average. Zip code 12489 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wawarsing.

Is Zip code 12489 a safe neighborhood in Wawarsing?

Zip code 12489 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wawarsing, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 195), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 50). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wawarsing.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12489?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12489 is Burglary, with a crime index of 195 (95% 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 12489?

Zip code 12489 has a population of approximately 63. The median household income is $49,109. The median home value is $296,597. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12489 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12489's overall crime rate is 58% above the national average (index 158 vs 100). Within Wawarsing, 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.