28080 Zip Code, Iron Station

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Iron Station

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 97 / 300 High
Violent Crime 99
1% below national avg
Property Crime 74
26% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28080 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28080 in Iron Station, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Iron Station.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 111, 11% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 111 (11% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

28080 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
70 -30% Low
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
103 +3% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
57 -43% Low
Vehicle Theft
61 -39% Low

28080 Crime Map

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28080 Demographics & Context

Population
8,513
Median Income
$79,452
Home Value
$402,872
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
214/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.2%
Black 7.8%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28080, Iron Station?

Zip code 28080 in Iron Station, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average. Zip code 28080 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Iron Station.

Is Zip code 28080 a safe neighborhood in Iron Station?

Zip code 28080 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Iron Station, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 111), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Iron Station.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28080?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28080 is Robbery, with a crime index of 111 (11% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28080?

Zip code 28080 has a population of approximately 8,513. The median household income is $79,452. The median home value is $402,872. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28080 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28080's overall crime rate is 3% below the national average (index 97 vs 100). Within Iron Station, 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.