23420 Zip Code, Painter

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Painter

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 81 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 23420 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 23420 in Painter, VA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Painter.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 85).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 85 (15% below avg)

23420 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
97 -3% Average
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
115 +15% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

23420 Crime Map

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23420 Demographics & Context

Population
1,832
Median Income
$53,997
Home Value
$160,795
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
39/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.4%
Graduate Degree 7.8%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 48.5%
Black 46.5%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 0.2%
23420 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 23420, Painter?

Zip code 23420 in Painter, VA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average. Zip code 23420 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Painter.

Is Zip code 23420 a safe neighborhood in Painter?

Zip code 23420 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Painter, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 115), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 85). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Painter.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 23420?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 23420 is Rape, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 23420?

Zip code 23420 has a population of approximately 1,832. The median household income is $53,997. The median home value is $160,795. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 23420 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 23420's overall crime rate is 19% below the national average (index 81 vs 100). Within Painter, 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.