24836 Zip Code, Gary

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gary

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 107 / 300 High

Violent Crime 137

37% above national avg

Property Crime 164

64% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 24836 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 24836 in Gary, WV has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gary.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 105). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 166 (66% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Murder · Index 105 (5% above avg)

24836 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Gary	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	165	+65%	N/A	High
Robbery	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	162	+62%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	166	+66%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	165	+65%	N/A	High

24836 Crime Map

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24836 Demographics & Context

Population

224

Median Income

$32,027

Home Value

$27,249

Median Age

Pop. Density

31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 2.9%

Graduate Degree 1.6%

Housing

86%

14%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.7%

Black 31.4%

Hispanic 0.5%

Asian 0.3%

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Gary Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24836, Gary?

Zip code 24836 in Gary, WV has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 24836 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gary.

Is Zip code 24836 a safe neighborhood in Gary?

Zip code 24836 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gary, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 166), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gary.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24836?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24836 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 166 (66% 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 24836?

Zip code 24836 has a population of approximately 224. The median household income is $32,027. The median home value is $27,249. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24836 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24836's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Gary, 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.