26524 Zip Code, Bretz

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bretz

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 167 / 300 High
Violent Crime 153
53% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 26524 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 26524 in Bretz, WV has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bretz.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 161, 61% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 161 (61% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 77 (23% below avg)

26524 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
161 +61% High
Assault
156 +56% High
Robbery
146 +46% Moderate
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
157 +57% High
Larceny / Theft
77 -23% Low
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

26524 Crime Map

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26524 Demographics & Context

Population
2
Median Income
$40,704
Home Value
$63,043
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
144/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.1%
Graduate Degree 5%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.5%
Black 0%
Hispanic 0.3%
Asian 0%
26524 Crime Map
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Bretz Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26524, Bretz?

Zip code 26524 in Bretz, WV has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average. Zip code 26524 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bretz.

Is Zip code 26524 a safe neighborhood in Bretz?

Zip code 26524 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bretz, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 161), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bretz.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26524?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26524 is Murder, with a crime index of 161 (61% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 26524?

Zip code 26524 has a population of approximately 2. The median household income is $40,704. The median home value is $63,043. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26524 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26524's overall crime rate is 67% above the national average (index 167 vs 100). Within Bretz, 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.