Kill Devil Hills, NC Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Kill Devil Hills Safe?
Yes — Kill Devil Hills is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Kill Devil Hills has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 539.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 539
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
51% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 74
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
26% lower than national average
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Kill Devil Hills Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
67 | -33% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
44 | -56% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
71 | -29% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Kill Devil Hills, NC?
Kill Devil Hills, NC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 539 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 74 chance for property crime. Kill Devil Hills has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Kill Devil Hills, NC safe to live in?
Kill Devil Hills is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Kill Devil Hills is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Kill Devil Hills?
The estimated violent crime rate in Kill Devil Hills is 185.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 51% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 539 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.4 per 100K (33% below average); aggravated assault at 119.0 per 100K (56% below average); robbery at 44.7 per 100K (39% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Kill Devil Hills?
The estimated property crime rate in Kill Devil Hills is 1,356.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 26% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 74 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 155.8 per 100K (42% below average); larceny/theft at 997.7 per 100K (29% below average); vehicle theft at 203.3 per 100K (36% below average).
How does Kill Devil Hills crime compare to the national average?
Kill Devil Hills's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (29% below average), while assault is 56% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Kill Devil Hills has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Kill Devil Hills safe to visit?
Kill Devil Hills is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 26% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Kill Devil Hills crime compare to the rest of North Carolina?
North Carolina as a whole has crime that is 11% above the national average. Kill Devil Hills's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical North Carolina city.
What type of crime is most common in Kill Devil Hills?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Kill Devil Hills, with an estimated rate of 997.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 29% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,357 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (186 per 100K) in Kill Devil Hills, which is consistent with national trends.