Crime Safety Grade

A

Morgantown, WV Crime Rate

Lower crime than 58% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Morgantown Safe?

With an overall crime index of 105, Morgantown has a 5% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 212. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Greystone on the Cheat earning an A+ grade while Evansdale rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Morgantown
105
West Virginia Avg
118
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
105
5% above average
Violent Crime
118
18% above average
Property Crime
117
17% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Morgantown

1 in 212

Property crime: 1 in 214

Where Is It Safe in Morgantown?

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Morgantown Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 32% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 7% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Assault Violent 114 ▲ 14%
Robbery Violent 124 ▲ 24%
Burglary Property 93 ▼ 7%
Larceny / Theft Property 127 ▲ 27%
Vehicle Theft Property 132 ▲ 32%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Morgantown Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Greystone on the Cheat A+ 11
2 First Ward A 65
3 South Park A 92
4 Sunnyside A 152
5 Evansdale A 132
6 Downtown Morgantown Historic District A- 178

Morgantown Crime by Zip Code

26508
A+ Index: 74
26501
A Index: 104
26505
A Index: 126
26506
A- Index: 101

Morgantown Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
77,193
Median Income
$42,474
Home Value
$211,529
Median Rent
$840
Home Ownership
44%

Racial Demographics

White
86.3%
Black
5.7%
Hispanic
2%
Asian
5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Morgantown?
Morgantown has an overall crime index of 105, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Morgantown are rated A or B for safety.
Is Morgantown safe to live in?
Morgantown has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Morgantown?
The safest neighborhoods in Morgantown based on crime data include Greystone on the Cheat, First Ward, South Park, Sunnyside, and Evansdale. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Morgantown crime compare to the national average?
Morgantown's overall crime index is 105 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 5% higher than the typical US city.

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