26230 Zip Code, Pickens

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pickens

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 85 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 26230 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26230 in Pickens, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pickens.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 87). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 173 (73% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 87 (13% below avg)

26230 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
94 -6% Average
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
173 +73% High
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
101 +1% Moderate

26230 Crime Map

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26230 Demographics & Context

Population
463
Median Income
$44,281
Home Value
$83,720
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.2%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.3%
Black 8.7%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26230, Pickens?

Zip code 26230 in Pickens, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average. Zip code 26230 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pickens.

Is Zip code 26230 a safe neighborhood in Pickens?

Zip code 26230 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pickens, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 173), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pickens.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26230?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26230 is Burglary, with a crime index of 173 (73% 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 26230?

Zip code 26230 has a population of approximately 463. The median household income is $44,281. The median home value is $83,720. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26230 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26230's overall crime rate is 15% below the national average (index 85 vs 100). Within Pickens, 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.