20629 Zip Code, Dowell

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dowell

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 184 / 300 High
Violent Crime 141
41% above national avg
Property Crime 170
70% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 20629 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 20629 in Dowell, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 184, which is 84% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dowell.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 192, 92% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 63). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 192 (92% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 63 (37% below avg)

20629 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
192 +92% High
Robbery
165 +65% High
Rape
63 -37% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
172 +72% High
Larceny / Theft
187 +87% High
Vehicle Theft
151 +51% High

20629 Crime Map

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20629 Demographics & Context

Population
198
Median Income
$89,214
Home Value
$379,156
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
371/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.9%
Graduate Degree 28.3%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.2%
Black 9.2%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 2.5%
20629 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 20629, Dowell?

Zip code 20629 in Dowell, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 184, which is 84% above the national average. Zip code 20629 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dowell.

Is Zip code 20629 a safe neighborhood in Dowell?

Zip code 20629 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dowell, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 192), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 63). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dowell.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 20629?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 20629 is Assault, with a crime index of 192 (92% 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 20629?

Zip code 20629 has a population of approximately 198. The median household income is $89,214. The median home value is $379,156. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 20629 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 20629's overall crime rate is 84% above the national average (index 184 vs 100). Within Dowell, 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.