28077 Zip Code, High Shoals

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in High Shoals

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 171 / 300 High
Violent Crime 176
76% above national avg
Property Crime 172
72% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28077 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 28077 in High Shoals, NC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in High Shoals.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 182, 82% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 161).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 182 (82% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 161 (61% above avg)

28077 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
180 +80% High
Assault
161 +61% High
Robbery
182 +82% High
Rape
181 +81% High
Property Crime
Burglary
174 +74% High
Larceny / Theft
166 +66% High
Vehicle Theft
176 +76% High

28077 Crime Map

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28077 Demographics & Context

Population
112
Median Income
$48,219
Home Value
$133,725
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
259/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.7%
Graduate Degree 0%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.2%
Black 7%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.4%
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High Shoals Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28077, High Shoals?

Zip code 28077 in High Shoals, NC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average. Zip code 28077 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in High Shoals.

Is Zip code 28077 a safe neighborhood in High Shoals?

Zip code 28077 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in High Shoals, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 182), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 161). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in High Shoals.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28077?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28077 is Robbery, with a crime index of 182 (82% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28077?

Zip code 28077 has a population of approximately 112. The median household income is $48,219. The median home value is $133,725. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28077 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28077's overall crime rate is 71% above the national average (index 171 vs 100). Within High Shoals, 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.