Crime Safety Grade

A

Boone, NC Crime Rate

Higher crime than 98% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Boone Safe?

With an overall crime index of 183, Boone has a 83% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 170. 100% of Boone neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Boone
183
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
183
83% above average
Violent Crime
147
47% above average
Property Crime
143
43% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Boone

1 in 170

Property crime: 1 in 175

Where Is It Safe in Boone?

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Boone Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 85% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 13% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 170 ▲ 70%
Assault Violent 185 ▲ 85%
Robbery Violent 87 ▼ 13%
Burglary Property 134 ▲ 34%
Larceny / Theft Property 126 ▲ 26%
Vehicle Theft Property 168 ▲ 68%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Boone Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Hound Ears A 183

Boone Crime by Zip Code

28608
A+ Index: 16
28607
A Index: 100

Boone Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
19,466
Median Income
$25,535
Home Value
$269,788
Median Rent
$952
Home Ownership
25%

Racial Demographics

White
90%
Black
3.7%
Hispanic
4.3%
Asian
1.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Boone?
Boone has an overall crime index of 183, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Boone are rated A or B for safety.
Is Boone safe to live in?
Boone has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Boone?
The safest neighborhoods in Boone based on crime data include Hound Ears. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Boone crime compare to the national average?
Boone's overall crime index is 183 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 83% higher than the typical US city.

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