King, NC Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is King Safe?
Yes — King is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
King has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 562.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 562
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
53% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 68
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
20% lower than national average
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King 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
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
46 | -54% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
77 | -23% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
King Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in King, NC?
King, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 562 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 68 chance for property crime. King has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is King, NC safe to live in?
King is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting King is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in King?
The estimated violent crime rate in King is 177.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 562 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.7 per 100K (46% below average); aggravated assault at 123.7 per 100K (54% below average); robbery at 36.2 per 100K (51% below average).
What is the property crime rate in King?
The estimated property crime rate in King is 1,472.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 20% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 68 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 169.7 per 100K (37% below average); larceny/theft at 1,084.0 per 100K (23% below average); vehicle theft at 218.9 per 100K (31% below average).
How does King crime compare to the national average?
King's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (23% below average), while rape is 55% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, King has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is King safe to visit?
King is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 20% 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 King crime compare to the rest of North Carolina?
North Carolina as a whole has crime that is 11% above the national average. King's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical North Carolina city.
What type of crime is most common in King?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in King, with an estimated rate of 1,084.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 23% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,473 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (178 per 100K) in King, which is consistent with national trends.