Liberty, NC Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 85% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Liberty Safe?
Not really — crime is above the national average
Neighborhood choice matters significantly. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
Liberty has a crime rate that is 39% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 170.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 170
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
54% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 70
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
22% lower than national average
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Liberty 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
|
132 | +32% | Moderate | |
|
Assault
|
161 | +61% | Moderate | |
|
Robbery
|
132 | +32% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
156 | +56% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
137 | +37% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
109 | +9% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Liberty Crime Map
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Liberty Crime by Zip Code
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Liberty Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Liberty, NC?
Liberty, NC has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 39% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 170 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 70 chance for property crime. Liberty has higher crime than 85% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Liberty, NC safe to live in?
Liberty has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Liberty is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Liberty?
The estimated violent crime rate in Liberty is 587.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 170 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 6.6 per 100K (32% above average); aggravated assault at 430.6 per 100K (61% above average); robbery at 97.6 per 100K (32% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Liberty?
The estimated property crime rate in Liberty is 1,428.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 22% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 70 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 370.5 per 100K (37% above average); larceny/theft at 710.8 per 100K (49% below average); vehicle theft at 346.9 per 100K (9% above average).
How does Liberty crime compare to the national average?
Liberty's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (61% above average), while larceny/theft is 49% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Liberty has higher crime than 85% of them.
Is Liberty safe to visit?
Visitors to Liberty should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 22% 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 Liberty crime compare to the rest of North Carolina?
North Carolina as a whole has crime that is 11% above the national average. Liberty's crime rate is 39% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical North Carolina city.
What type of crime is most common in Liberty?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Liberty, with an estimated rate of 710.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 49% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,428 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (587 per 100K) in Liberty, which is consistent with national trends.