26146 Zip Code, Friendly

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Friendly

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 135 / 300 High

Violent Crime 111

11% above national avg

Property Crime 62

38% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 26146 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 26146 in Friendly, WV has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Friendly.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 126 (26% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 27 (73% below avg)

26146 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Friendly	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	86	-14%	N/A	Average
Rape	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	27	-73%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	51	-49%	N/A	Low

26146 Crime Map

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26146 Demographics & Context

Population

1,143

Median Income

$52,308

Home Value

$119,452

Median Age

Pop. Density

26/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%

Graduate Degree 1.9%

Housing

83%

17%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 0.5%

Asian 0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26146, Friendly?

Zip code 26146 in Friendly, WV has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 26146 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Friendly.

Is Zip code 26146 a safe neighborhood in Friendly?

Zip code 26146 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Friendly, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 126), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Friendly.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26146?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26146 is Murder, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 26146?

Zip code 26146 has a population of approximately 1,143. The median household income is $52,308. The median home value is $119,452. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26146 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26146's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Friendly, 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.