28775 Zip Code, Scaly Mountain

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Scaly Mountain

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 162 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 80
20% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28775 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 28775 in Scaly Mountain, NC has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Scaly Mountain.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 174, 74% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 174 (74% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 32 (68% below avg)

28775 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
174 +74% High
Robbery
68 -32% Low
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
102 +2% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
32 -68% Low
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

28775 Crime Map

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28775 Demographics & Context

Population
548
Median Income
$65,625
Home Value
$479,456
Median Age
57
Pop. Density
47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.9%
Graduate Degree 11.2%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.5%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 0.5%
28775 Crime Map
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Scaly Mountain Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28775, Scaly Mountain?

Zip code 28775 in Scaly Mountain, NC has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average. Zip code 28775 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Scaly Mountain.

Is Zip code 28775 a safe neighborhood in Scaly Mountain?

Zip code 28775 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Scaly Mountain, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 174), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Scaly Mountain.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28775?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28775 is Assault, with a crime index of 174 (74% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28775?

Zip code 28775 has a population of approximately 548. The median household income is $65,625. The median home value is $479,456. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28775 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28775's overall crime rate is 62% above the national average (index 162 vs 100). Within Scaly Mountain, 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.