27581 Zip Code, Stem

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Stem

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 79 / 300 High

Violent Crime 116

16% above national avg

Property Crime 111

11% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 27581 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 27581 in Stem, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Stem.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 66).

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 167 (67% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 66 (34% below avg)

27581 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Stem	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	66	-34%	N/A	Low
Robbery	167	+67%	N/A	High
Rape	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	89	-11%	N/A	Average

27581 Crime Map

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27581 Demographics & Context

Population

3,076

Median Income

$75,525

Home Value

$308,293

Median Age

Pop. Density

88/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%

Graduate Degree 2.5%

Housing

77%

23%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.6%

Black 16.5%

Hispanic 5.4%

Asian 0.4%

27581 Crime Map

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Stem Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27581, Stem?

Zip code 27581 in Stem, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average. Zip code 27581 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Stem.

Is Zip code 27581 a safe neighborhood in Stem?

Zip code 27581 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Stem, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 167), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Stem.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27581?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27581 is Robbery, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27581?

Zip code 27581 has a population of approximately 3,076. The median household income is $75,525. The median home value is $308,293. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27581 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27581's overall crime rate is 21% below the national average (index 79 vs 100). Within Stem, 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.