Crime Safety Grade

A-

Cary, NC Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Cary Safe?

With an overall crime index of 16, Cary has a 84% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 1,087. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Amberly earning an A+ grade while Amberly rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Cary
16
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
16
84% below average
Violent Crime
23
77% below average
Property Crime
32
68% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Cary

1 in 1,087

Property crime: 1 in 781

Where Is It Safe in Cary?

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Cary Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 65% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 83% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 23 ▼ 77%
Assault Violent 17 ▼ 83%
Robbery Violent 29 ▼ 71%
Burglary Property 30 ▼ 70%
Larceny / Theft Property 30 ▼ 70%
Vehicle Theft Property 35 ▼ 65%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Cary Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Amberly A+ 7
2 Preston A+ 28
3 Lochmere A+ 14

Cary Crime by Zip Code

27519
A+ Index: 9
27518
A+ Index: 31
27513
A Index: 51
27511
A Index: 61

Cary Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
169,177
Median Income
$107,463
Home Value
$377,461
Median Rent
$1,312
Home Ownership
67%

Racial Demographics

White
67.3%
Black
9.2%
Hispanic
8.8%
Asian
16.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Cary?
Cary has an overall crime index of 16, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Cary are rated A or B for safety.
Is Cary safe to live in?
Cary has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Cary?
The safest neighborhoods in Cary based on crime data include Amberly, Preston, and Lochmere. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Cary crime compare to the national average?
Cary's overall crime index is 16 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 84% lower than the typical US city.

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