20754 Zip Code, Dunkirk

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dunkirk

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 73 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Dunkirk zip codes

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Is 20754 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 20754 in Dunkirk, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dunkirk.

Compared to the Dunkirk average (crime index 99), zip code 20754 is 26% lower in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

20754 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
75 -25% Low
Assault
81 -19% Average
Robbery
101 +1% Moderate
Rape
151 +51% High
Property Crime
Burglary
74 -26% Low
Larceny / Theft
57 -43% Low
Vehicle Theft
86 -14% Average

How 20754 Compares

Crime index by category: 20754 vs Dunkirk average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

20754 Crime Map

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20754 Demographics & Context

Population
6,918
Median Income
$139,931
Home Value
$600,649
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
384/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.7%
Graduate Degree 15.7%

Housing

92%
8%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.2%
Black 7.9%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 3.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 20754, Dunkirk?

Zip code 20754 in Dunkirk, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average. Compared to the Dunkirk average, crime in Zip code 20754 is 26% lower. Zip code 20754 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dunkirk.

Is Zip code 20754 a safe neighborhood in Dunkirk?

Zip code 20754 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dunkirk, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 151), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dunkirk.

How does Zip code 20754 compare to the rest of Dunkirk?

Zip code 20754's overall crime index is 73, compared to the Dunkirk average of 99. This means crime in Zip code 20754 is 26% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 102, and for property crime it is 72. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 20754?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 20754 is Rape, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 20754?

Zip code 20754 has a population of approximately 6,918. The median household income is $139,931. The median home value is $600,649. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 20754 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 20754's overall crime rate is 27% below the national average (index 73 vs 100). Within Dunkirk, 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.