27817 Zip Code, Chocowinity

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chocowinity

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 113 / 300 High

Violent Crime 119

19% above national avg

Property Crime 105

5% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 27817 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 27817 in Chocowinity, NC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chocowinity.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 82).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 131 (31% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 82 (18% below avg)

27817 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Chocowinity	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	82	-18%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate

27817 Crime Map

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27817 Demographics & Context

Population

7,144

Median Income

$62,227

Home Value

$301,291

Median Age

Pop. Density

67/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.5%

Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

67%

33%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.1%

Black 23.3%

Hispanic 6.8%

Asian 0.5%

27817 Crime Map

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Chocowinity Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27817, Chocowinity?

Zip code 27817 in Chocowinity, NC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 27817 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chocowinity.

Is Zip code 27817 a safe neighborhood in Chocowinity?

Zip code 27817 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chocowinity, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 131), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chocowinity.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27817?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27817 is Rape, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27817?

Zip code 27817 has a population of approximately 7,144. The median household income is $62,227. The median home value is $301,291. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27817 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27817's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Chocowinity, 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.