26074 Zip Code, West Liberty

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in West Liberty

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 64 / 300 High
Violent Crime 136
36% above national avg
Property Crime 154
54% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 26074 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 26074 in West Liberty, WV has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in West Liberty.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 187, 87% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 28).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 187 (87% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 28 (72% below avg)

26074 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
141 +41% Moderate
Assault
28 -72% Low
Robbery
186 +86% High
Rape
187 +87% High
Property Crime
Burglary
171 +71% High
Larceny / Theft
154 +54% High
Vehicle Theft
137 +37% Moderate

26074 Crime Map

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26074 Demographics & Context

Population
159
Median Income
$61,692
Home Value
$90,053
Median Age
23
Pop. Density
151/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.8%
Graduate Degree 11.2%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.1%
Black 5.3%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.7%
26074 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26074, West Liberty?

Zip code 26074 in West Liberty, WV has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average. Zip code 26074 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in West Liberty.

Is Zip code 26074 a safe neighborhood in West Liberty?

Zip code 26074 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in West Liberty, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 187), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in West Liberty.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26074?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26074 is Rape, with a crime index of 187 (87% 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 26074?

Zip code 26074 has a population of approximately 159. The median household income is $61,692. The median home value is $90,053. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26074 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26074's overall crime rate is 36% below the national average (index 64 vs 100). Within West Liberty, 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.