26717 Zip Code, Elk Garden

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elk Garden

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 155 / 300 High

Violent Crime 135

35% above national avg

Property Crime 126

26% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 26717 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26717 in Elk Garden, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 155, which is 55% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elk Garden.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 177, 77% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 101).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 177 (77% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 101 (1% above avg)

26717 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Elk Garden	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	177	+77%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	101	+1%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	101	+1%	N/A	Moderate

26717 Crime Map

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26717 Demographics & Context

Population

1,312

Median Income

$36,598

Home Value

$124,065

Median Age

Pop. Density

30/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.2%

Graduate Degree 2.3%

Housing

71%

29%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.5%

Black 8%

Hispanic 0.8%

Asian 0.1%

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Elk Garden Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26717, Elk Garden?

Zip code 26717 in Elk Garden, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 155, which is 55% above the national average. Zip code 26717 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elk Garden.

Is Zip code 26717 a safe neighborhood in Elk Garden?

Zip code 26717 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elk Garden, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 177), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elk Garden.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26717?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26717 is Burglary, with a crime index of 177 (77% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 26717?

Zip code 26717 has a population of approximately 1,312. The median household income is $36,598. The median home value is $124,065. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26717 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26717's overall crime rate is 55% above the national average (index 155 vs 100). Within Elk Garden, 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.