26543 Zip Code, Osage

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Osage

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 167 / 300 High
Violent Crime 142
42% above national avg
Property Crime 152
52% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 26543 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26543 in Osage, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Osage.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 174, 74% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 90).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 174 (74% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 90 (10% below avg)

26543 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
164 +64% High
Assault
162 +62% High
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
151 +51% High
Property Crime
Burglary
174 +74% High
Larceny / Theft
136 +36% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
147 +47% Moderate

26543 Crime Map

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26543 Demographics & Context

Population
311
Median Income
$44,342
Home Value
$69,922
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
330/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.3%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.2%
Black 4.8%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26543, Osage?

Zip code 26543 in Osage, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average. Zip code 26543 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Osage.

Is Zip code 26543 a safe neighborhood in Osage?

Zip code 26543 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Osage, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 174), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 90). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Osage.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26543?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26543 is Burglary, with a crime index of 174 (74% 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 26543?

Zip code 26543 has a population of approximately 311. The median household income is $44,342. The median home value is $69,922. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26543 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26543's overall crime rate is 67% above the national average (index 167 vs 100). Within Osage, 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.