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ZIP Code 21842 Safety Score

Ocean City, Maryland • Worcester County

49
Grade: F — High Crime
📍 This score is based on crime data for Ocean City, MD, the primary city for ZIP code 21842. Individual neighborhoods within this ZIP may vary.

Crime Statistics

980
Violent Crime Rate
(per 100K)
8807
Property Crime Rate
(per 100K)
6,938
City Population
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About ZIP Code 21842

ZIP code 21842 is located in Ocean City, Maryland. Based on FBI crime data, this area has a safety score of 49/100, earning a grade of F.

This area has higher than average crime rates. Exercise normal precautions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ZIP code 21842 safe?

ZIP code 21842 (Ocean City, Maryland) has a safety score of 49/100, earning a grade of F — High Crime. This score is based on FBI crime data for the primary city covering this ZIP code.

What is the crime rate in ZIP code 21842?

Crime rates for ZIP 21842 are based on data from Ocean City, Maryland. Check the violent and property crime rates above for specific numbers per 100,000 residents.

How is the safety score calculated?

Safety scores combine violent crime rates, property crime rates, and population data from the FBI Uniform Crime Report. Scores range from 0-100, with higher scores indicating safer areas.