24985 Zip Code, Wayside

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wayside

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 118 / 300 High

Violent Crime 112

12% above national avg

Property Crime 131

31% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 24985 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 24985 in Wayside, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wayside.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 144 (44% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 97 (3% below avg)

24985 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Wayside	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Robbery	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	97	-3%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate

24985 Crime Map

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24985 Demographics & Context

Population

920

Median Income

$40,102

Home Value

$114,958

Median Age

Pop. Density

25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.5%

Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

77%

23%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.1%

Black 7.3%

Hispanic 2.1%

Asian 0.3%

24985 Crime Map

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Wayside Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24985, Wayside?

Zip code 24985 in Wayside, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 24985 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wayside.

Is Zip code 24985 a safe neighborhood in Wayside?

Zip code 24985 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wayside, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 144), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wayside.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24985?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24985 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 144 (44% 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 24985?

Zip code 24985 has a population of approximately 920. The median household income is $40,102. The median home value is $114,958. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24985 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24985's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Wayside, 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.