27864 Zip Code, Pinetops

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pinetops

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 99 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27864 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 27864 in Pinetops, NC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pinetops.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

27864 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
83 -17% Average
Robbery
133 +33% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
68 -32% Low

27864 Crime Map

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27864 Demographics & Context

Population
4,279
Median Income
$53,258
Home Value
$132,703
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
99/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.8%
Graduate Degree 3.1%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 51.4%
Black 44.6%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 0.2%
27864 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27864, Pinetops?

Zip code 27864 in Pinetops, NC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average. Zip code 27864 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pinetops.

Is Zip code 27864 a safe neighborhood in Pinetops?

Zip code 27864 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pinetops, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pinetops.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27864?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27864 is Burglary, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27864?

Zip code 27864 has a population of approximately 4,279. The median household income is $53,258. The median home value is $132,703. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27864 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27864's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). Within Pinetops, 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.