21023 Zip Code, Butler

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Butler

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 135 / 300 High
Violent Crime 149
49% above national avg
Property Crime 30
70% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 21023 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 21023 in Butler, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Butler.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 176, 76% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 176 (76% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 13 (87% below avg)

21023 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
174 +74% High
Rape
176 +76% High
Property Crime
Burglary
45 -55% Low
Larceny / Theft
13 -87% Low
Vehicle Theft
32 -68% Low

21023 Crime Map

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21023 Demographics & Context

Population
2
Median Income
$96,653
Home Value
$577,515
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
83/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 31.9%
Graduate Degree 17.4%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.7%
Black 3.8%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 2.1%
21023 Crime Map
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Butler Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21023, Butler?

Zip code 21023 in Butler, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 21023 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Butler.

Is Zip code 21023 a safe neighborhood in Butler?

Zip code 21023 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Butler, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 176), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Butler.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21023?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21023 is Rape, with a crime index of 176 (76% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21023?

Zip code 21023 has a population of approximately 2. The median household income is $96,653. The median home value is $577,515. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21023 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21023's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Butler, 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.