26563 Zip Code, Carolina

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Carolina

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 128
28% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 26563 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26563 in Carolina, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Carolina.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 91).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 91 (9% below avg)

26563 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
133 +33% Moderate
Assault
124 +24% Moderate
Robbery
132 +32% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
157 +57% High
Larceny / Theft
91 -9% Average
Vehicle Theft
136 +36% Moderate

26563 Crime Map

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26563 Demographics & Context

Population
4
Median Income
$34,722
Home Value
$69,252
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
178/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.3%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.8%
Black 5.6%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26563, Carolina?

Zip code 26563 in Carolina, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 26563 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Carolina.

Is Zip code 26563 a safe neighborhood in Carolina?

Zip code 26563 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Carolina, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 91). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Carolina.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26563?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26563 is Burglary, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 26563?

Zip code 26563 has a population of approximately 4. The median household income is $34,722. The median home value is $69,252. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26563 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26563's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Carolina, 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.