26034 Zip Code, Chester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 123 / 300 High

Violent Crime 101

1% above national avg

Property Crime 115

15% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 26034 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 26034 in Chester, 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 Chester.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 59).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 150 (50% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 59 (41% below avg)

26034 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Chester	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	59	-41%	N/A	Low
Rape	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate

26034 Crime Map

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26034 Demographics & Context

Population

4,531

Median Income

$49,152

Home Value

$130,217

Median Age

Pop. Density

277/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.4%

Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

65%

35%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.6%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 1.5%

Asian 0.6%

26034 Crime Map

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Chester Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26034, Chester?

Zip code 26034 in Chester, 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 26034 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chester.

Is Zip code 26034 a safe neighborhood in Chester?

Zip code 26034 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chester, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 150), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 59). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26034?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26034 is Burglary, with a crime index of 150 (50% 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 26034?

Zip code 26034 has a population of approximately 4,531. The median household income is $49,152. The median home value is $130,217. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26034 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26034's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Chester, 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.