26554 Zip Code, Fairmont

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fairmont

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 96 / 300 High
Violent Crime 101
1% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 26554 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26554 in Fairmont, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fairmont.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 120, 20% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 96).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 120 (20% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 96 (4% below avg)

26554 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
99 -1% Average
Rape
96 -4% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
120 +20% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

26554 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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26554 Demographics & Context

Population
44,384
Median Income
$60,970
Home Value
$168,277
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
285/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.6%
Black 5%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 1.1%
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Fairmont Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26554, Fairmont?

Zip code 26554 in Fairmont, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. Zip code 26554 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fairmont.

Is Zip code 26554 a safe neighborhood in Fairmont?

Zip code 26554 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fairmont, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 120), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fairmont.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26554?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26554 is Burglary, with a crime index of 120 (20% 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 26554?

Zip code 26554 has a population of approximately 44,384. The median household income is $60,970. The median home value is $168,277. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26554 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26554's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average (index 96 vs 100). Within Fairmont, 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.