27948 Zip Code, Kill Devil Hills

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Kill Devil Hills

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27948 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27948 in Kill Devil Hills, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kill Devil Hills.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 79).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 79 (21% below avg)

27948 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
79 -21% Low
Robbery
122 +22% Moderate
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
133 +33% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

27948 Crime Map

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27948 Demographics & Context

Population
11,713
Median Income
$78,510
Home Value
$480,477
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
765/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.8%
Graduate Degree 9.6%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.3%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 9.9%
Asian 1.9%
27948 Crime Map
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Kill Devil Hills Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27948, Kill Devil Hills?

Zip code 27948 in Kill Devil Hills, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 27948 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Kill Devil Hills.

Is Zip code 27948 a safe neighborhood in Kill Devil Hills?

Zip code 27948 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Kill Devil Hills, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 133), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Kill Devil Hills.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27948?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27948 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27948?

Zip code 27948 has a population of approximately 11,713. The median household income is $78,510. The median home value is $480,477. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27948 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27948's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Kill Devil Hills, 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.