26032 Zip Code, Bethany

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethany

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 68 / 300 High
Violent Crime 107
7% above national avg
Property Crime 52
48% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 26032 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26032 in Bethany, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 68, which is 32% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethany.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 183, 83% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 183 (83% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 16 (84% below avg)

26032 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
76 -24% Low
Assault
80 -20% Low
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
183 +83% High
Property Crime
Burglary
65 -35% Low
Larceny / Theft
16 -84% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

26032 Crime Map

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26032 Demographics & Context

Population
1,229
Median Income
$66,325
Home Value
$103,922
Median Age
29
Pop. Density
96/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.3%
Graduate Degree 18.9%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.7%
Black 8.3%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26032, Bethany?

Zip code 26032 in Bethany, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 68, which is 32% below the national average. Zip code 26032 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bethany.

Is Zip code 26032 a safe neighborhood in Bethany?

Zip code 26032 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bethany, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 183), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bethany.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26032?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26032 is Rape, with a crime index of 183 (83% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 26032?

Zip code 26032 has a population of approximately 1,229. The median household income is $66,325. The median home value is $103,922. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26032 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26032's overall crime rate is 32% below the national average (index 68 vs 100). Within Bethany, 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.