28722 Zip Code, Columbus

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Columbus

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28722 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28722 in Columbus, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Columbus.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 129 (29% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 63 (37% below avg)

28722 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
129 +29% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
102 +2% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
63 -37% Low
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

28722 Crime Map

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28722 Demographics & Context

Population
6,222
Median Income
$59,681
Home Value
$429,370
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
136/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.3%
Graduate Degree 14.6%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.2%
Black 3.1%
Hispanic 7.4%
Asian 0.5%
28722 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28722, Columbus?

Zip code 28722 in Columbus, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 28722 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Columbus.

Is Zip code 28722 a safe neighborhood in Columbus?

Zip code 28722 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Columbus, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 129), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Columbus.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28722?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28722 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 28722?

Zip code 28722 has a population of approximately 6,222. The median household income is $59,681. The median home value is $429,370. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28722 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28722's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Columbus, 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.