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ZIP Code 02142 Safety Score

Cambridge, Massachusetts • Middlesex County

64
Grade: C — Moderate
📍 This score is based on crime data for Cambridge, MA, the primary city for ZIP code 02142. Individual neighborhoods within this ZIP may vary.

Crime Statistics

437
Violent Crime Rate
(per 100K)
2644
Property Crime Rate
(per 100K)
120,447
City Population
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About ZIP Code 02142

ZIP code 02142 is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Based on FBI crime data, this area has a safety score of 64/100, earning a grade of C.

Crime rates in this area are around the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ZIP code 02142 safe?

ZIP code 02142 (Cambridge, Massachusetts) has a safety score of 64/100, earning a grade of C — Moderate. This score is based on FBI crime data for the primary city covering this ZIP code.

What is the crime rate in ZIP code 02142?

Crime rates for ZIP 02142 are based on data from Cambridge, Massachusetts. Check the violent and property crime rates above for specific numbers per 100,000 residents.

How is the safety score calculated?

Safety scores combine violent crime rates, property crime rates, and population data from the FBI Uniform Crime Report. Scores range from 0-100, with higher scores indicating safer areas.