20670 Zip Code, Patuxent River

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Patuxent River

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 37 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 20670 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 20670 in Patuxent River, MD has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 37, which is 63% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Patuxent River.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 31). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 170 (70% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 31 (69% below avg)

20670 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
69 -31% Low
Assault
31 -69% Low
Robbery
94 -6% Average
Rape
170 +70% High
Property Crime
Burglary
61 -39% Low
Larceny / Theft
151 +51% High
Vehicle Theft
152 +52% High

20670 Crime Map

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20670 Demographics & Context

Population
1,003
Median Income
$88,783
Home Value
$218,402
Median Age
23
Pop. Density
65/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.4%
Graduate Degree 14.3%

Housing

2%
98%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 62.5%
Black 20.7%
Hispanic 15.2%
Asian 3.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 20670, Patuxent River?

Zip code 20670 in Patuxent River, MD has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 37, which is 63% below the national average. Zip code 20670 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Patuxent River.

Is Zip code 20670 a safe neighborhood in Patuxent River?

Zip code 20670 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Patuxent River, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 170), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 31). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Patuxent River.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 20670?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 20670 is Rape, with a crime index of 170 (70% 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 20670?

Zip code 20670 has a population of approximately 1,003. The median household income is $88,783. The median home value is $218,402. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 20670 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 20670's overall crime rate is 63% below the national average (index 37 vs 100). Within Patuxent River, 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.