27968 Zip Code, Rodanthe

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rodanthe

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 186 / 300 High
Violent Crime 107
7% above national avg
Property Crime 63
37% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 27968 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 27968 in Rodanthe, NC has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 186, which is 86% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rodanthe.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 12 (88% below avg)

27968 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
153 +53% High
Assault
164 +64% High
Robbery
50 -50% Low
Rape
61 -39% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
161 +61% High
Larceny / Theft
12 -88% Low
Vehicle Theft
15 -85% Low

27968 Crime Map

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27968 Demographics & Context

Population
821
Median Income
$61,017
Home Value
$591,929
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
55/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.9%
Graduate Degree 12.1%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.8%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 7.3%
Asian 0.6%
27968 Crime Map
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Rodanthe Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27968, Rodanthe?

Zip code 27968 in Rodanthe, NC has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 186, which is 86% above the national average. Zip code 27968 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rodanthe.

Is Zip code 27968 a safe neighborhood in Rodanthe?

Zip code 27968 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rodanthe, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 164), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rodanthe.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27968?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27968 is Assault, with a crime index of 164 (64% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27968?

Zip code 27968 has a population of approximately 821. The median household income is $61,017. The median home value is $591,929. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27968 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27968's overall crime rate is 86% above the national average (index 186 vs 100). Within Rodanthe, 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.