26726 Zip Code, Keyser

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Keyser

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 126 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 26726 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26726 in Keyser, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Keyser.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 105 (5% above avg)

26726 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
105 +5% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
121 +21% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

26726 Crime Map

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26726 Demographics & Context

Population
11,376
Median Income
$41,761
Home Value
$137,379
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
115/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9%
Graduate Degree 8.9%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.8%
Black 9%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26726, Keyser?

Zip code 26726 in Keyser, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 26726 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Keyser.

Is Zip code 26726 a safe neighborhood in Keyser?

Zip code 26726 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Keyser, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 134), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Keyser.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26726?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26726 is Murder, with a crime index of 134 (34% 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 26726?

Zip code 26726 has a population of approximately 11,376. The median household income is $41,761. The median home value is $137,379. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26726 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26726's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Keyser, 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.