21793 Zip Code, Walkersville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Walkersville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 71 / 300 High
Violent Crime 80
20% below national avg
Property Crime 87
13% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 21793 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 21793 in Walkersville, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Walkersville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 94, 6% below average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 65).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 94 (6% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 65 (35% below avg)

21793 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
65 -35% Low
Assault
75 -25% Low
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
94 -6% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
74 -26% Low
Larceny / Theft
94 -6% Average
Vehicle Theft
94 -6% Average

21793 Crime Map

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21793 Demographics & Context

Population
11,773
Median Income
$109,002
Home Value
$411,149
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
565/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.3%
Graduate Degree 14%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.3%
Black 8.9%
Hispanic 6.2%
Asian 2.6%
21793 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21793, Walkersville?

Zip code 21793 in Walkersville, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average. Zip code 21793 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Walkersville.

Is Zip code 21793 a safe neighborhood in Walkersville?

Zip code 21793 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Walkersville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 94), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 65). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Walkersville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21793?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21793 is Rape, with a crime index of 94 (6% below 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 21793?

Zip code 21793 has a population of approximately 11,773. The median household income is $109,002. The median home value is $411,149. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21793 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21793's overall crime rate is 29% below the national average (index 71 vs 100). Within Walkersville, 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.