21851 Zip Code, Pocomoke City

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pocomoke City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 128 / 300 High

Violent Crime 140

40% above national avg

Property Crime 119

19% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 21851 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 21851 in Pocomoke City, MD has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pocomoke City.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 110). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 163 (63% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 110 (10% above avg)

21851 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Pocomoke City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	163	+63%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate

21851 Crime Map

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21851 Demographics & Context

Population

7,502

Median Income

$61,854

Home Value

$185,027

Median Age

Pop. Density

70/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.7%

Graduate Degree 6.9%

Housing

61%

39%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.4%

Black 35.9%

Hispanic 2.6%

Asian 2.3%

21851 Crime Map

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Pocomoke City Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21851, Pocomoke City?

Zip code 21851 in Pocomoke City, MD has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 21851 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pocomoke City.

Is Zip code 21851 a safe neighborhood in Pocomoke City?

Zip code 21851 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pocomoke City, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 163), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pocomoke City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21851?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21851 is Rape, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21851?

Zip code 21851 has a population of approximately 7,502. The median household income is $61,854. The median home value is $185,027. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21851 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21851's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Pocomoke City, 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.