21840 Zip Code, Nanticoke

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Nanticoke

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 178 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 59
41% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 21840 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 21840 in Nanticoke, MD has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 178, which is 78% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Nanticoke.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 176, 76% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 11). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 176 (76% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 11 (89% below avg)

21840 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
85 -15% Average
Assault
176 +76% High
Robbery
130 +30% Moderate
Rape
99 -1% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
139 +39% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
26 -74% Low
Vehicle Theft
11 -89% Low

21840 Crime Map

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21840 Demographics & Context

Population
646
Median Income
$62,139
Home Value
$231,741
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.7%
Graduate Degree 20.5%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69.7%
Black 24.5%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.3%
21840 Crime Map
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Nanticoke Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21840, Nanticoke?

Zip code 21840 in Nanticoke, MD has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 178, which is 78% above the national average. Zip code 21840 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Nanticoke.

Is Zip code 21840 a safe neighborhood in Nanticoke?

Zip code 21840 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Nanticoke, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 176), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 11). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Nanticoke.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21840?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21840 is Assault, with a crime index of 176 (76% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21840?

Zip code 21840 has a population of approximately 646. The median household income is $62,139. The median home value is $231,741. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21840 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21840's overall crime rate is 78% above the national average (index 178 vs 100). Within Nanticoke, 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.