28556 Zip Code, Merritt

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merritt

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 91 / 300 High
Violent Crime 81
19% below national avg
Property Crime 65
35% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28556 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28556 in Merritt, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merritt.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 113, 13% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 26).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 113 (13% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 26 (74% below avg)

28556 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
70 -30% Low
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
54 -46% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
113 +13% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
56 -44% Low
Vehicle Theft
26 -74% Low

28556 Crime Map

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28556 Demographics & Context

Population
1,268
Median Income
$76,122
Home Value
$308,595
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.2%
Graduate Degree 9.6%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.9%
Black 13.5%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 0.5%
28556 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28556, Merritt?

Zip code 28556 in Merritt, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average. Zip code 28556 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merritt.

Is Zip code 28556 a safe neighborhood in Merritt?

Zip code 28556 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Merritt, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 113), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merritt.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28556?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28556 is Burglary, with a crime index of 113 (13% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28556?

Zip code 28556 has a population of approximately 1,268. The median household income is $76,122. The median home value is $308,595. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28556 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28556's overall crime rate is 9% below the national average (index 91 vs 100). Within Merritt, 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.