28904 Zip Code, Hayesville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hayesville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 135 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28904 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28904 in Hayesville, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hayesville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 69). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 69 (31% below avg)

28904 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
133 +33% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
137 +37% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
69 -31% Low
Vehicle Theft
98 -2% Average

28904 Crime Map

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28904 Demographics & Context

Population
9,004
Median Income
$53,556
Home Value
$346,871
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10%
Graduate Degree 11.2%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.7%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.3%
28904 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28904, Hayesville?

Zip code 28904 in Hayesville, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 28904 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hayesville.

Is Zip code 28904 a safe neighborhood in Hayesville?

Zip code 28904 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hayesville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 137), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hayesville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28904?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28904 is Rape, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28904?

Zip code 28904 has a population of approximately 9,004. The median household income is $53,556. The median home value is $346,871. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28904 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28904's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Hayesville, 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.