26591 Zip Code, Worthington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Worthington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 106 / 300 High

Violent Crime 105

5% above national avg

Property Crime 107

7% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 26591 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 26591 in Worthington, WV has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Worthington.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 82).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 157 (57% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 82 (18% below avg)

26591 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Worthington	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	96	-4%	N/A	Average
Robbery	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	157	+57%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	83	-17%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	82	-18%	N/A	Average

26591 Crime Map

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26591 Demographics & Context

Population

1,977

Median Income

$52,268

Home Value

$115,469

Median Age

Pop. Density

113/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.5%

Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

82%

18%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%

Black 2.2%

Hispanic 1.1%

Asian 0.1%

26591 Crime Map

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Worthington Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26591, Worthington?

Zip code 26591 in Worthington, WV has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 26591 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Worthington.

Is Zip code 26591 a safe neighborhood in Worthington?

Zip code 26591 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Worthington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 157), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Worthington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26591?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26591 is Burglary, with a crime index of 157 (57% 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 26591?

Zip code 26591 has a population of approximately 1,977. The median household income is $52,268. The median home value is $115,469. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26591 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26591's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Worthington, 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.