36453 Zip Code, Kinston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Kinston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 146 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 36453 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36453 in Kinston, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kinston.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

36453 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
151 +51% High
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
155 +55% High
Rape
155 +55% High
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

36453 Crime Map

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36453 Demographics & Context

Population
2,371
Median Income
$45,386
Home Value
$143,503
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
27/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.1%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.6%
Black 2.4%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 0.4%
36453 Crime Map
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Kinston Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36453, Kinston?

Zip code 36453 in Kinston, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 36453 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Kinston.

Is Zip code 36453 a safe neighborhood in Kinston?

Zip code 36453 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Kinston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 155), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Kinston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36453?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36453 is Robbery, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36453?

Zip code 36453 has a population of approximately 2,371. The median household income is $45,386. The median home value is $143,503. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36453 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36453's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within Kinston, 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.