28761 Zip Code, Nebo

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Nebo

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 124 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28761 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28761 in Nebo, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Nebo.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 61 (39% below avg)

28761 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
135 +35% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
143 +43% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
61 -39% Low
Vehicle Theft
86 -14% Average

28761 Crime Map

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28761 Demographics & Context

Population
9,612
Median Income
$61,698
Home Value
$509,704
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
83/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.5%
Graduate Degree 6.7%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.4%
Black 4.6%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 2.1%
28761 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28761, Nebo?

Zip code 28761 in Nebo, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 28761 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Nebo.

Is Zip code 28761 a safe neighborhood in Nebo?

Zip code 28761 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Nebo, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Nebo.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28761?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28761 is Burglary, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28761?

Zip code 28761 has a population of approximately 9,612. The median household income is $61,698. The median home value is $509,704. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28761 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28761's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Nebo, 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.