28636 Zip Code, Hiddenite

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hiddenite

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 78
22% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28636 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28636 in Hiddenite, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hiddenite.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 44).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 44 (56% below avg)

28636 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
87 -13% Average
Assault
93 -7% Average
Robbery
101 +1% Moderate
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
44 -56% Low
Vehicle Theft
46 -54% Low

28636 Crime Map

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28636 Demographics & Context

Population
5,270
Median Income
$53,092
Home Value
$222,998
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
86/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.4%
Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.4%
Black 4%
Hispanic 6.3%
Asian 0.5%
28636 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28636, Hiddenite?

Zip code 28636 in Hiddenite, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 28636 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hiddenite.

Is Zip code 28636 a safe neighborhood in Hiddenite?

Zip code 28636 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hiddenite, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hiddenite.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28636?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28636 is Burglary, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28636?

Zip code 28636 has a population of approximately 5,270. The median household income is $53,092. The median home value is $222,998. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28636 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28636's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Hiddenite, 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.