27886 Zip Code, Tarboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Tarboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 115 / 300 High

Violent Crime 124

24% above national avg

Property Crime 116

16% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 27886 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 27886 in Tarboro, NC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tarboro.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 109).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 136 (36% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 109 (9% above avg)

27886 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Tarboro	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate

27886 Crime Map

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27886 Demographics & Context

Population

19,771

Median Income

$49,406

Home Value

$132,806

Median Age

Pop. Density

100/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9%

Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

60%

40%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 40.2%

Black 53.3%

Hispanic 7.5%

Asian 0.4%

27886 Crime Map

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Tarboro Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 27886, Tarboro?

Zip code 27886 in Tarboro, NC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 27886 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Tarboro.

Is Zip code 27886 a safe neighborhood in Tarboro?

Zip code 27886 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Tarboro, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Tarboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 27886?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 27886 is Rape, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 27886?

Zip code 27886 has a population of approximately 19,771. The median household income is $49,406. The median home value is $132,806. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 27886 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 27886's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Tarboro, 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.