21040 Zip Code, Edgewood

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Edgewood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 123 / 300 High

Violent Crime 109

9% above national avg

Property Crime 141

41% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 21040 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 21040 in Edgewood, MD has a safety grade of B. 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 Edgewood.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 94). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 151 (51% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 94 (6% below avg)

21040 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Edgewood	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Rape	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	151	+51%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate

21040 Crime Map

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21040 Demographics & Context

Population

25,503

Median Income

$78,630

Home Value

$224,961

Median Age

Pop. Density

2,090/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%

Graduate Degree 8.6%

Housing

62%

38%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 40.4%

Black 47.1%

Hispanic 8.1%

Asian 2.3%

21040 Crime Map

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Edgewood Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21040, Edgewood?

Zip code 21040 in Edgewood, MD has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 21040 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Edgewood.

Is Zip code 21040 a safe neighborhood in Edgewood?

Zip code 21040 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Edgewood, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 151), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 94). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Edgewood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21040?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21040 is Burglary, with a crime index of 151 (51% 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 21040?

Zip code 21040 has a population of approximately 25,503. The median household income is $78,630. The median home value is $224,961. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21040 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21040's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Edgewood, 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.