27306 Zip Code, Mount Gilead

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Gilead

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27306 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27306 in Mount Gilead, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Gilead.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 64 (36% below avg)

27306 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
145 +45% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
88 -12% Average

27306 Crime Map

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27306 Demographics & Context

Population
6,062
Median Income
$42,478
Home Value
$273,628
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
34/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%
Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.6%
Black 41.7%
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 3.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27306, Mount Gilead?

Zip code 27306 in Mount Gilead, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 27306 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mount Gilead.

Is Zip code 27306 a safe neighborhood in Mount Gilead?

Zip code 27306 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mount Gilead, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mount Gilead.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27306?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27306 is Rape, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27306?

Zip code 27306 has a population of approximately 6,062. The median household income is $42,478. The median home value is $273,628. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27306 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27306's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Mount Gilead, 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.