28038 Zip Code, Earl

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Earl

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 158 / 300 High
Violent Crime 150
50% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28038 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28038 in Earl, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Earl.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 80). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 80 (20% below avg)

28038 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
166 +66% High
Assault
145 +45% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
167 +67% High
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
80 -20% Low
Vehicle Theft
127 +27% Moderate

28038 Crime Map

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28038 Demographics & Context

Population
5
Median Income
$90,476
Home Value
$156,500
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
183/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.9%
Graduate Degree 0%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.1%
Black 13.4%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.1%
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Earl Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28038, Earl?

Zip code 28038 in Earl, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average. Zip code 28038 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Earl.

Is Zip code 28038 a safe neighborhood in Earl?

Zip code 28038 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Earl, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 167), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 80). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Earl.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28038?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28038 is Rape, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28038?

Zip code 28038 has a population of approximately 5. The median household income is $90,476. The median home value is $156,500. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28038 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28038's overall crime rate is 58% above the national average (index 158 vs 100). Within Earl, 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.