28043 Zip Code, Forest City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 126 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 138
38% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28043 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 28043 in Forest City, NC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest City.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 125).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 125 (25% above avg)

28043 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
133 +33% Moderate
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
125 +25% Moderate
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
145 +45% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
140 +40% Moderate

28043 Crime Map

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28043 Demographics & Context

Population
20,522
Median Income
$45,394
Home Value
$190,490
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
318/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.6%
Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73%
Black 17.6%
Hispanic 7.5%
Asian 0.9%
28043 Crime Map
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Forest City Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28043, Forest City?

Zip code 28043 in Forest City, NC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 28043 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Forest City.

Is Zip code 28043 a safe neighborhood in Forest City?

Zip code 28043 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Forest City, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 145), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 125). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Forest City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28043?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28043 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% 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 28043?

Zip code 28043 has a population of approximately 20,522. The median household income is $45,394. The median home value is $190,490. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28043 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28043's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Forest City, 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.