24401 Zip Code, Staunton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Staunton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 24401 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 24401 in Staunton, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Staunton.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 103 (3% above avg)

24401 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
110 +10% Moderate
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
110 +10% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
123 +23% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
111 +11% Moderate

24401 Crime Map

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24401 Demographics & Context

Population
38,743
Median Income
$65,488
Home Value
$311,630
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
285/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.8%
Graduate Degree 11.1%

Housing

57%
43%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.3%
Black 11%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 1.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24401, Staunton?

Zip code 24401 in Staunton, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. Zip code 24401 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Staunton.

Is Zip code 24401 a safe neighborhood in Staunton?

Zip code 24401 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Staunton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 123), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Staunton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24401?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24401 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 123 (23% 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 24401?

Zip code 24401 has a population of approximately 38,743. The median household income is $65,488. The median home value is $311,630. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24401 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24401's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Staunton, 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.