17268 Zip Code, Waynesboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waynesboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 92 / 300 High

Violent Crime 105

5% above national avg

Property Crime 111

11% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 17268 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 17268 in Waynesboro, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Waynesboro.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 122, 22% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 86).

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 122 (22% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 86 (14% below avg)

17268 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Waynesboro	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	86	-14%	N/A	Average
Robbery	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate

17268 Crime Map

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17268 Demographics & Context

Population

31,249

Median Income

$72,569

Home Value

$240,042

Median Age

Pop. Density

416/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.6%

Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

65%

35%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.7%

Black 3.3%

Hispanic 3.7%

Asian 1%

17268 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17268, Waynesboro?

Zip code 17268 in Waynesboro, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average. Zip code 17268 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waynesboro.

Is Zip code 17268 a safe neighborhood in Waynesboro?

Zip code 17268 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waynesboro, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 122), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waynesboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17268?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17268 is Robbery, with a crime index of 122 (22% 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 17268?

Zip code 17268 has a population of approximately 31,249. The median household income is $72,569. The median home value is $240,042. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17268 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17268's overall crime rate is 8% below the national average (index 92 vs 100). Within Waynesboro, 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.