27576 Zip Code, Selma

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Selma

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 152 / 300 High
Violent Crime 144
44% above national avg
Property Crime 133
33% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 27576 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27576 in Selma, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Selma.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 119).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 119 (19% above avg)

27576 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
155 +55% High
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
149 +49% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
119 +19% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
135 +35% Moderate

27576 Crime Map

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27576 Demographics & Context

Population
22,181
Median Income
$46,147
Home Value
$245,372
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
263/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 59.3%
Black 24.4%
Hispanic 26.1%
Asian 0.3%
27576 Crime Map
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Selma Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27576, Selma?

Zip code 27576 in Selma, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average. Zip code 27576 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Selma.

Is Zip code 27576 a safe neighborhood in Selma?

Zip code 27576 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Selma, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Murder (index: 155), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 119). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Selma.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27576?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27576 is Murder, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27576?

Zip code 27576 has a population of approximately 22,181. The median household income is $46,147. The median home value is $245,372. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27576 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27576's overall crime rate is 52% above the national average (index 152 vs 100). Within Selma, 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.