26866 Zip Code, Upper Tract

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Upper Tract

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 99 / 300 High
Violent Crime 92
8% below national avg
Property Crime 65
35% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Upper Tract zip codes

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Is 26866 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 26866 in Upper Tract, WV has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Upper Tract.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 113, 13% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 113 (13% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 34 (66% below avg)

26866 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
73 -27% Low
Assault
109 +9% Moderate
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
103 +3% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
113 +13% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
34 -66% Low

26866 Crime Map

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26866 Demographics & Context

Population
917
Median Income
$49,978
Home Value
$115,265
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.9%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.8%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 0.4%
Asian 0.2%
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Upper Tract Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26866, Upper Tract?

Zip code 26866 in Upper Tract, WV has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average. Zip code 26866 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Upper Tract.

Is Zip code 26866 a safe neighborhood in Upper Tract?

Zip code 26866 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Upper Tract, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 113), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Upper Tract.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26866?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26866 is Burglary, with a crime index of 113 (13% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 26866?

Zip code 26866 has a population of approximately 917. The median household income is $49,978. The median home value is $115,265. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26866 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26866's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). Within Upper Tract, 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.