28609 Zip Code, Catawba

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Catawba

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 93 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 71
29% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28609 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28609 in Catawba, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Catawba.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 37). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 37 (63% below avg)

28609 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
90 -10% Average
Assault
90 -10% Average
Robbery
125 +25% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
37 -63% Low
Vehicle Theft
42 -58% Low

28609 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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28609 Demographics & Context

Population
6,887
Median Income
$72,879
Home Value
$324,438
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
148/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.7%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.1%
Black 7.4%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 2.4%
28609 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28609, Catawba?

Zip code 28609 in Catawba, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average. Zip code 28609 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Catawba.

Is Zip code 28609 a safe neighborhood in Catawba?

Zip code 28609 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Catawba, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 134), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 37). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Catawba.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28609?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28609 is Burglary, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28609?

Zip code 28609 has a population of approximately 6,887. The median household income is $72,879. The median home value is $324,438. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28609 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28609's overall crime rate is 7% below the national average (index 93 vs 100). Within Catawba, 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.