Pennsylvania Sex Offender Information
This page provides a statistical overview of registered sex offenders in Pennsylvania, including statewide totals, density metrics, and ZIP Code-level breakdowns. Data is compiled from publicly available registry records and U.S. Census population estimates.
This information is for awareness purposes only and does not reflect real-time offender locations or individual risk levels.
Pennsylvania Registry Overview
Population source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. U.S. average: 237.2 per 100k.
Top 10 ZIP Codes by Total Registry Listings
ZIP Codes in Pennsylvania with the highest number of registered sex offender listings.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Registered Offenders |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16652 | 1,171 |
| 2 | 17001 | 745 |
| 3 | 19140 | 348 |
| 4 | 15370 | 303 |
| 5 | 19134 | 298 |
| 6 | 19426 | 284 |
| 7 | 19132 | 284 |
| 8 | 16823 | 283 |
| 9 | 19013 | 278 |
| 10 | 19124 | 264 |
Top 10 ZIP Codes by Registry Listing Density
ZIP Codes in Pennsylvania with the highest concentration of registered sex offenders per 100,000 residents. Rankings exclude ZIP Codes with population under 1,000 for statistical reliability.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Offenders | Population | Density per 100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16475 | 165 | 2,180 | 7,568.8 |
| 2 | 16652 | 1,171 | 15,858 | 7,384.3 |
| 3 | 15510 | 126 | 2,128 | 5,921.1 |
| 4 | 16239 | 181 | 3,988 | 4,538.6 |
| 5 | 15450 | 109 | 2,408 | 4,526.6 |
| 6 | 16654 | 80 | 1,935 | 4,134.4 |
| 7 | 18503 | 46 | 1,537 | 2,992.8 |
| 8 | 15370 | 303 | 13,578 | 2,231.6 |
| 9 | 17101 | 49 | 2,678 | 1,829.7 |
| 10 | 16045 | 19 | 1,109 | 1,713.3 |
Density calculated using ACS 2019–2023 5-year ZCTA population estimates.
Understanding Pennsylvania Registry Data
Pennsylvania maintains its sex offender registry through PA Megan's Law, which requires individuals convicted of qualifying sexual offenses to register their information with law enforcement. The data presented on this page reflects publicly available registry listings and U.S. Census population estimates.
High listing counts or density rates in specific ZIP Codes do not necessarily indicate higher crime rates or increased danger. Factors such as correctional facilities, transitional housing, population density, and registration compliance rates all influence these numbers.
For official registry searches and the most current information, visit the Pennsylvania Megan's Law website.
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Start Your Search NowFrequently Asked Questions
How often is Pennsylvania registry data updated?
Pennsylvania's official registry is updated as offenders report changes to their information. The statistics on this page are refreshed periodically to reflect current registry listings and population estimates.
Why do some ZIP Codes have very high density rates?
High density rates often correlate with the presence of correctional facilities, halfway houses, or transitional housing within a ZIP Code. Small population areas can also show elevated rates due to statistical effects of small denominators.
Where can I search Pennsylvania's official registry?
Pennsylvania's official sex offender registry is available at pameganslaw.state.pa.us. This site allows you to search by name, ZIP Code, county, or other criteria.
Last updated: January 2026
Methodology: Pennsylvania registry data sourced from PA Megan's Law and cross-referenced with NSOPW records.