28681 Zip Code, Taylorsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Taylorsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28681 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28681 in Taylorsville, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Taylorsville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 95).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 95 (5% below avg)

28681 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
95 -5% Average
Vehicle Theft
104 +4% Moderate

28681 Crime Map

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28681 Demographics & Context

Population
25,918
Median Income
$53,631
Home Value
$283,037
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
154/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.4%
Black 8.8%
Hispanic 4.7%
Asian 1.3%
28681 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28681, Taylorsville?

Zip code 28681 in Taylorsville, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 28681 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Taylorsville.

Is Zip code 28681 a safe neighborhood in Taylorsville?

Zip code 28681 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Taylorsville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 130), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 95). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Taylorsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28681?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28681 is Burglary, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28681?

Zip code 28681 has a population of approximately 25,918. The median household income is $53,631. The median home value is $283,037. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28681 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28681's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Taylorsville, 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.