The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in 16638, PA: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in 16638

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in 16638.

 

16638, PA Map of Crime Rates
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B

Overall Crime Grade™

C
B
Other Crime Grade
A-

$49,231

Cost of Crime™ for 16638, PA

In 2025, crime will cost $631 per household.

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Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in 16638 in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is 16638, PA Safe?

The B grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly lower than that of the average US zip. 16638 ranks in the 69th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 69% of zip codes but less safe than 31%. This analysis applies only to 16638's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby zip codes.

The crime rate in 16638 is 19.50 per 1,000 residents in the typical year.

The Cost of Crime™ in 16638, PA

The total projected cost of crime in 16638 for 2025 is $49,231. This translates to approximately $258 per resident and $631 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 0.7% of the median household income in 16638. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 60.2%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 27.5%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.3%

How Much Does Crime Cost in 16638 Compared to Other Zip Codes?

16638, PA: $258
19132, PA: $945
17315, PA: $133
Pennsylvania: $353
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in 16638 is $258 per year, which is $206 less than the national average and $95 less than Pennsylvania's state average. Below we compare zip codes similar to 16638:
  • In 19132, PA, crime costs $945 per person, which is $687 more than in 16638.
  • In 17315, PA, crime costs $133 per person, which is $125 less than in 16638

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of 16638 for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to 16638
Cost per 16638 Resident
Murder
$6,004
$31
Rape/Sexual Assault
$4,247
$22
Robbery
$5,572
$29
Assault
$12,783
$67
Kidnapping
$401
$2
Vehicle Theft
$624
$3
Burglary
$4,566
$24
Theft
$8,242
$43
Arson
$549
$3
Vandalism
$4,395
$23
Animal Cruelty
$21
$0
Drug Crimes
$1,612
$8
Identity Theft
$215
$1
Total Cost of Crime
$49,231
$258

The Intangible Cost of Crime in 16638, PA

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in 16638 totals $66,808 ($350 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $116,039 ($608 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the 16638 crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the zip has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of 16638’s 191 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

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16638 Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 16638 residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
2.330
Robbery
0.9274
Rape
0.3667
Murder
0.0167
Total Violent Crime
3.641 (C)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
8.333
Vehicle Theft
0.2109
Burglary
2.636
Arson
0.1191
Total Property Crime
11.30 (B)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.0346
Drug Crimes
1.141
Vandalism
3.221
Identity Theft
0.1455
Animal Cruelty
0.0146
Total "Other" Rate
4.557 (A-)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Zip Codes

Compared to surrounding zip codes, the rate of crime in 16638 is higher. The table below shows Crime Grades for zip codes close to 16638.

Nearby Zip
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
A-
B-
B+
A+
B-
A+
B+
C
B
B
A-
C+
A+
A-
A
A
B+
A+
A+
A-
A+
A+
D+
A+
A+
A-
A+
A+
A
A+

Crime Maps and Rates for Zip with Similar Populations

16638 is lower versus other zip codes of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in zip codes with comparable overall population in the zip‘s boundaries.

Similar Zip
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
B+
C-
C-
C
A+
A+
D-
D-
D-
A+
B+
B+
D-
D+
D+
A
A+
A+
D
C+
C+
D+
C-
C-
C
B
B
D
D+
D+

Considering only the crime rate, 16638 is as safe as the Pennsylvania state average and safer than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in 16638, PA average SchoolGrade of A-, with 54% actual proficiency versus 50% projected; overall, schools exceed expectations. See 16638 schools on SchoolGrade

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