28655 Zip Code, Morganton

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

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Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Morganton

Summary: 28655 (Morganton, NC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 28655 in Morganton, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Morganton.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 15, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 105 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 107
7% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28655 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28655 in Morganton, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Morganton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 92 (8% below avg)

28655 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
102 +2% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
103 +3% Moderate

28655 Crime Map

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28655 Demographics & Context

Population
56,801
Median Income
$54,364
Home Value
$253,799
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
179/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.5%
Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.7%
Black 10.8%
Hispanic 8.2%
Asian 4.9%
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Morganton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28655, Morganton?

Zip code 28655 in Morganton, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 28655 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Morganton.

Is Zip code 28655 a safe neighborhood in Morganton?

Zip code 28655 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Morganton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 125), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Morganton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28655?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28655 is Burglary, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28655?

Zip code 28655 has a population of approximately 56,801. The median household income is $54,364. The median home value is $253,799. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28655 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28655's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Morganton, 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 May 2026.