28692 Zip Code, Vilas

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Vilas

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 130 / 300 High

Violent Crime 122

22% above national avg

Property Crime 93

7% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

Vilas zip codes

Check a specific address

in Vilas

Is 28692 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 28692 in Vilas, NC has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Vilas.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 65). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 133 (33% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 65 (35% below avg)

28692 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Vilas	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	65	-35%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	82	-18%	N/A	Average

28692 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map

Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

28692 Demographics & Context

Population

5,020

Median Income

$62,892

Home Value

$426,189

Median Age

Pop. Density

130/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.3%

Graduate Degree 12.2%

Housing

73%

27%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.6%

Black 1%

Hispanic 3%

Asian 0.7%

28692 Crime Map

Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code

Vilas Crime Statistics

View all Vilas neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28692, Vilas?

Zip code 28692 in Vilas, NC has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 28692 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Vilas.

Is Zip code 28692 a safe neighborhood in Vilas?

Zip code 28692 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Vilas, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 133), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 65). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Vilas.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28692?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28692 is Burglary, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28692?

Zip code 28692 has a population of approximately 5,020. The median household income is $62,892. The median home value is $426,189. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28692 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28692's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Vilas, 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.