28774 Zip Code, Sapphire

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sapphire

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 180 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 68
32% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28774 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28774 in Sapphire, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 180, which is 80% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sapphire.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 171 (71% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

28774 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
171 +71% High
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
88 -12% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
159 +59% High
Larceny / Theft
23 -77% Low
Vehicle Theft
21 -79% Low

28774 Crime Map

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28774 Demographics & Context

Population
1,227
Median Income
$64,257
Home Value
$561,882
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
30/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18%
Graduate Degree 14.3%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.3%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 7.6%
Asian 0.2%
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Sapphire Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28774, Sapphire?

Zip code 28774 in Sapphire, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 180, which is 80% above the national average. Zip code 28774 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sapphire.

Is Zip code 28774 a safe neighborhood in Sapphire?

Zip code 28774 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sapphire, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 171), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sapphire.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28774?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28774 is Assault, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28774?

Zip code 28774 has a population of approximately 1,227. The median household income is $64,257. The median home value is $561,882. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28774 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28774's overall crime rate is 80% above the national average (index 180 vs 100). Within Sapphire, 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.