26250 Zip Code, Belington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Belington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 119 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 26250 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 26250 in Belington, WV has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Belington.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 79 (21% below avg)

26250 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
132 +32% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
87 -13% Average

26250 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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26250 Demographics & Context

Population
5,598
Median Income
$51,354
Home Value
$105,809
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
62/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.9%
Graduate Degree 3%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.5%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 0.7%
Asian 0.2%
26250 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26250, Belington?

Zip code 26250 in Belington, WV has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 26250 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Belington.

Is Zip code 26250 a safe neighborhood in Belington?

Zip code 26250 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Belington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 132), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Belington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26250?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26250 is Burglary, with a crime index of 132 (32% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 26250?

Zip code 26250 has a population of approximately 5,598. The median household income is $51,354. The median home value is $105,809. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26250 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26250's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within Belington, 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.