27504 Zip Code, Benson

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Benson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 103
3% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27504 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27504 in Benson, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Benson.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 84).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 129 (29% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 84 (16% below avg)

27504 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
129 +29% Moderate
Rape
118 +18% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
84 -16% Average
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

27504 Crime Map

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27504 Demographics & Context

Population
18,455
Median Income
$62,389
Home Value
$273,985
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
206/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.5%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.5%
Black 12.8%
Hispanic 14.1%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27504, Benson?

Zip code 27504 in Benson, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 27504 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Benson.

Is Zip code 27504 a safe neighborhood in Benson?

Zip code 27504 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Benson, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 129), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 84). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Benson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27504?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27504 is Robbery, with a crime index of 129 (29% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27504?

Zip code 27504 has a population of approximately 18,455. The median household income is $62,389. The median home value is $273,985. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27504 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27504's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Benson, 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.