27244 Zip Code, Elon

Last updated: May 18, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elon

Summary: 27244 (Elon, NC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 27244 in Elon, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elon.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 18, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 64 / 300 High
Violent Crime 111
11% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27244 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27244 in Elon, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elon.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 72).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 72 (28% below avg)

27244 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
104 +4% Moderate
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
144 +44% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
119 +19% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
111 +11% Moderate

27244 Crime Map

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27244 Demographics & Context

Population
17,348
Median Income
$71,239
Home Value
$306,792
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
331/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17%
Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.2%
Black 12.7%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 2%
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Elon Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27244, Elon?

Zip code 27244 in Elon, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average. Zip code 27244 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elon.

Is Zip code 27244 a safe neighborhood in Elon?

Zip code 27244 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elon, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 144), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27244?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27244 is Robbery, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27244?

Zip code 27244 has a population of approximately 17,348. The median household income is $71,239. The median home value is $306,792. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27244 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27244's overall crime rate is 36% below the national average (index 64 vs 100). Within Elon, 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 May 2026.