26301 Zip Code, Clarksburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clarksburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 126 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 140
40% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 26301 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26301 in Clarksburg, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clarksburg.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 111 (11% above avg)

26301 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
135 +35% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
145 +45% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
139 +39% Moderate

26301 Crime Map

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26301 Demographics & Context

Population
29,165
Median Income
$49,857
Home Value
$119,767
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
480/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.7%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26301, Clarksburg?

Zip code 26301 in Clarksburg, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 26301 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clarksburg.

Is Zip code 26301 a safe neighborhood in Clarksburg?

Zip code 26301 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clarksburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 145), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clarksburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26301?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26301 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% 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 26301?

Zip code 26301 has a population of approximately 29,165. The median household income is $49,857. The median home value is $119,767. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26301 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26301's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Clarksburg, 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.