24701 Zip Code, Bluefield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bluefield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 123 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 24701 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 24701 in Bluefield, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bluefield.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 124).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 124 (24% above avg)

24701 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
129 +29% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

24701 Crime Map

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24701 Demographics & Context

Population
20,871
Median Income
$48,198
Home Value
$76,689
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
307/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.6%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.7%
Black 15.1%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24701, Bluefield?

Zip code 24701 in Bluefield, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 24701 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bluefield.

Is Zip code 24701 a safe neighborhood in Bluefield?

Zip code 24701 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bluefield, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 134), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 124). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bluefield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24701?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24701 is Assault, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 24701?

Zip code 24701 has a population of approximately 20,871. The median household income is $48,198. The median home value is $76,689. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24701 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24701's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Bluefield, 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.