21678 Zip Code, Worton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Worton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 94
6% below national avg
Property Crime 40
60% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 21678 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 21678 in Worton, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Worton.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 106, 6% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 15). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 106 (6% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 15 (85% below avg)

21678 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
88 -12% Average
Assault
106 +6% Moderate
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
97 -3% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
88 -12% Average
Larceny / Theft
18 -82% Low
Vehicle Theft
15 -85% Low

21678 Crime Map

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21678 Demographics & Context

Population
1,886
Median Income
$86,038
Home Value
$400,585
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
48/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.1%
Graduate Degree 14.5%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.1%
Black 18.1%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21678, Worton?

Zip code 21678 in Worton, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 21678 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Worton.

Is Zip code 21678 a safe neighborhood in Worton?

Zip code 21678 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Worton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 106), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 15). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Worton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21678?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21678 is Assault, with a crime index of 106 (6% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21678?

Zip code 21678 has a population of approximately 1,886. The median household income is $86,038. The median home value is $400,585. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21678 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21678's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Worton, 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.