17098 Zip Code, Williamstown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Williamstown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 147 / 300 High
Violent Crime 150
50% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17098 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17098 in Williamstown, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Williamstown.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)

17098 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
140 +40% Moderate
Assault
150 +50% Moderate
Robbery
146 +46% Moderate
Rape
164 +64% High
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
140 +40% Moderate

17098 Crime Map

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17098 Demographics & Context

Population
2,469
Median Income
$65,319
Home Value
$118,032
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
174/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.2%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.3%
Black 1.5%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 0.8%
17098 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17098, Williamstown?

Zip code 17098 in Williamstown, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 17098 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Williamstown.

Is Zip code 17098 a safe neighborhood in Williamstown?

Zip code 17098 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Williamstown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 164), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Williamstown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17098?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17098 is Rape, with a crime index of 164 (64% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17098?

Zip code 17098 has a population of approximately 2,469. The median household income is $65,319. The median home value is $118,032. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17098 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17098's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Williamstown, 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.