21540 Zip Code, Luke

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Luke

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 172 / 300 High
Violent Crime 153
53% above national avg
Property Crime 136
36% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Luke zip codes

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Is 21540 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 21540 in Luke, MD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Luke.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 183, 83% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 183 (83% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)

21540 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
155 +55% High
Assault
183 +83% High
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
177 +77% High
Property Crime
Burglary
138 +38% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
172 +72% High

21540 Crime Map

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21540 Demographics & Context

Population
239
Median Income
$54,707
Home Value
$249,260
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
768/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%
Graduate Degree 2.6%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.2%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21540, Luke?

Zip code 21540 in Luke, MD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average. Zip code 21540 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Luke.

Is Zip code 21540 a safe neighborhood in Luke?

Zip code 21540 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Luke, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 183), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Luke.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21540?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21540 is Assault, with a crime index of 183 (83% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21540?

Zip code 21540 has a population of approximately 239. The median household income is $54,707. The median home value is $249,260. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21540 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21540's overall crime rate is 72% above the national average (index 172 vs 100). Within Luke, 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.