21639 Zip Code, Greensboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Greensboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 100
0% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 21639 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 21639 in Greensboro, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Greensboro.

Compared to the Greensboro average (crime index 125), zip code 21639 is 7% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 96). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 96 (4% below avg)

21639 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
143 +43% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
100 0% Average
Larceny / Theft
96 -4% Average
Vehicle Theft
103 +3% Moderate

How 21639 Compares

Crime index by category: 21639 vs Greensboro average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

21639 Crime Map

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21639 Demographics & Context

Population
4,654
Median Income
$84,808
Home Value
$277,672
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
139/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.5%
Graduate Degree 6%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.7%
Black 10.3%
Hispanic 6.6%
Asian 1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21639, Greensboro?

Zip code 21639 in Greensboro, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Compared to the Greensboro average, crime in Zip code 21639 is 7% lower. Zip code 21639 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Greensboro.

Is Zip code 21639 a safe neighborhood in Greensboro?

Zip code 21639 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Greensboro, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Greensboro.

How does Zip code 21639 compare to the rest of Greensboro?

Zip code 21639's overall crime index is 118, compared to the Greensboro average of 125. This means crime in Zip code 21639 is 7% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 130, and for property crime it is 100. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21639?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21639 is Robbery, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21639?

Zip code 21639 has a population of approximately 4,654. The median household income is $84,808. The median home value is $277,672. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21639 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21639's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Greensboro, 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.