New York Sex Offender Information
This page provides a statistical overview of registered sex offenders in New York, including statewide totals, density metrics, and ZIP Code-level breakdowns. Data is drawn from publicly available registry records and U.S. Census population estimates.
This summary is for informational purposes only and does not represent a complete picture of public safety in any area.
New York Registry at a Glance
26,259
Total Listings
19.9M
State Population
132.1
Per 100k Residents
0.56×
US Average
Population source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. US average: 237.2 per 100k.
Official New York Sex Offender Registry
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NY DCJS Sex Offender RegistryTop 10 ZIP Codes by Total Registry Listings
The following ZIP Codes have the highest number of registered sex offenders in New York based on public registry data.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Registered Offenders |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10035 | 482 |
| 2 | 13403 | 459 |
| 3 | 13440 | 198 |
| 4 | 13669 | 160 |
| 5 | 14621 | 160 |
| 6 | 14701 | 159 |
| 7 | 12180 | 159 |
| 8 | 13021 | 156 |
| 9 | 11207 | 155 |
| 10 | 13501 | 148 |
Top 10 ZIP Codes by Registry Listing Density (per 100,000 residents)
Density rankings exclude ZIP Codes with population under 1,000 to avoid unstable per-capita rates. High-density ZIP Codes often reflect correctional facilities, transitional housing, or treatment centers rather than elevated community risk.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Offenders | Population | Density per 100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13403 | 459 | 7,133 | 6,434.9 |
| 2 | 14614 | 58 | 1,112 | 5,215.8 |
| 3 | 14034 | 83 | 2,175 | 3,816.1 |
| 4 | 12929 | 84 | 2,882 | 2,914.6 |
| 5 | 14011 | 148 | 7,382 | 2,004.9 |
| 6 | 12977 | 23 | 1,186 | 1,939.3 |
| 7 | 12788 | 49 | 3,122 | 1,569.5 |
| 8 | 13302 | 21 | 1,403 | 1,496.8 |
| 9 | 12937 | 18 | 1,340 | 1,343.3 |
| 10 | 14541 | 47 | 3,523 | 1,334.1 |
Understanding New York Registry Data
New York's registry density of 132.1 per 100,000 residents is significantly below the national average of 237.2 per 100k (0.56× the US average). This lower rate reflects New York's specific registration requirements, classification criteria, and removal policies rather than an absence of offenses.
ZIP Codes with unusually high density figures often contain correctional facilities, sex offender treatment programs, or transitional housing where registrants are required to report addresses. These concentrations represent administrative patterns rather than neighborhood-level risk assessments.
Registry data should be used alongside other community safety resources and is not a substitute for comprehensive background checks or professional risk assessments.
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Start Your Search NowFrequently Asked Questions
Why does New York have a lower registry rate than the national average?
New York's registry density reflects the state's specific classification criteria, registration duration policies, and removal procedures. Lower rates do not indicate fewer offenses but rather differences in how registrants are tracked and reported over time.
What does a high-density ZIP Code mean?
ZIP Codes with high per-capita density often contain facilities where registrants are required to report addresses, such as correctional institutions, treatment centers, or transitional housing. These figures reflect where registrants are administratively located, not necessarily where offenses occurred.
How current is this data?
Registry listings are compiled from publicly available state records. Population figures are based on ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. For the most current individual records, visit the official New York Division of Criminal Justice Services registry.