24981 Zip Code, Talcott

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Talcott

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 49 / 300 High
Violent Crime 42
58% below national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 24981 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 24981 in Talcott, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 49, which is 51% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Talcott.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 36). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 36 (64% below avg)

24981 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
36 -64% Low
Assault
52 -48% Low
Robbery
38 -62% Low
Rape
43 -57% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
113 +13% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
142 +42% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

24981 Crime Map

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24981 Demographics & Context

Population
247
Median Income
$57,788
Home Value
$101,001
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
55/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.3%
Graduate Degree 6.7%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 71.6%
Black 23.1%
Hispanic 4.2%
Asian 0.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24981, Talcott?

Zip code 24981 in Talcott, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 49, which is 51% below the national average. Zip code 24981 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Talcott.

Is Zip code 24981 a safe neighborhood in Talcott?

Zip code 24981 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Talcott, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 142), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 36). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Talcott.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24981?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24981 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 142 (42% 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 24981?

Zip code 24981 has a population of approximately 247. The median household income is $57,788. The median home value is $101,001. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24981 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24981's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average (index 49 vs 100). Within Talcott, 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.