24736 Zip Code, Matoaka

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Matoaka

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 130 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Matoaka zip codes

Check a specific address

in Matoaka

Is 24736 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 24736 in Matoaka, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Matoaka.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 153 (53% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 41 (59% below avg)

24736 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
153 +53% High
Larceny / Theft
41 -59% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

24736 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

24736 Demographics & Context

Population
1,157
Median Income
$37,009
Home Value
$48,143
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.7%
Graduate Degree 1.6%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.6%
Black 9.6%
Hispanic 0.7%
Asian 0.1%
24736 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
Matoaka Crime Statistics
View all Matoaka neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24736, Matoaka?

Zip code 24736 in Matoaka, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 24736 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Matoaka.

Is Zip code 24736 a safe neighborhood in Matoaka?

Zip code 24736 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Matoaka, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Matoaka.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24736?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24736 is Burglary, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 24736?

Zip code 24736 has a population of approximately 1,157. The median household income is $37,009. The median home value is $48,143. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24736 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24736's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Matoaka, 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.