27298 Zip Code, Liberty

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Liberty

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 78
22% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27298 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27298 in Liberty, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Liberty.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 38 (62% below avg)

27298 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
117 +17% Moderate
Robbery
140 +40% Moderate
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
38 -62% Low
Vehicle Theft
68 -32% Low

27298 Crime Map

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27298 Demographics & Context

Population
10,945
Median Income
$63,849
Home Value
$226,784
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
119/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%
Graduate Degree 6.1%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.2%
Black 10.6%
Hispanic 7.4%
Asian 0.3%
27298 Crime Map
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Liberty Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27298, Liberty?

Zip code 27298 in Liberty, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 27298 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Liberty.

Is Zip code 27298 a safe neighborhood in Liberty?

Zip code 27298 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Liberty, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Liberty.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27298?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27298 is Rape, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27298?

Zip code 27298 has a population of approximately 10,945. The median household income is $63,849. The median home value is $226,784. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27298 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27298's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Liberty, 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.