24887 Zip Code, Switchback

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Switchback

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 158 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 24887 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 24887 in Switchback, WV has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Switchback.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

24887 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
148 +48% Moderate
Assault
157 +57% High
Robbery
55 -45% Low
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

24887 Crime Map

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24887 Demographics & Context

Population
107
Median Income
$32,078
Home Value
$23,972
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
50/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 2.5%
Graduate Degree 1%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.9%
Black 40.4%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.1%
24887 Crime Map
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Switchback Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24887, Switchback?

Zip code 24887 in Switchback, WV has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average. Zip code 24887 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Switchback.

Is Zip code 24887 a safe neighborhood in Switchback?

Zip code 24887 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Switchback, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Switchback.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24887?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24887 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 24887?

Zip code 24887 has a population of approximately 107. The median household income is $32,078. The median home value is $23,972. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24887 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24887's overall crime rate is 58% above the national average (index 158 vs 100). Within Switchback, 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.