28472 Zip Code, Whiteville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Whiteville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 127
27% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 28472 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 28472 in Whiteville, NC has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Whiteville.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 115).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 129 (29% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 115 (15% above avg)

28472 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
123 +23% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
129 +29% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

28472 Crime Map

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28472 Demographics & Context

Population
18,109
Median Income
$50,680
Home Value
$176,806
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
91/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.7%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.9%
Black 33.8%
Hispanic 6.2%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28472, Whiteville?

Zip code 28472 in Whiteville, NC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 28472 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Whiteville.

Is Zip code 28472 a safe neighborhood in Whiteville?

Zip code 28472 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Whiteville, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 129), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Whiteville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28472?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28472 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 129 (29% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28472?

Zip code 28472 has a population of approximately 18,109. The median household income is $50,680. The median home value is $176,806. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28472 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28472's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Whiteville, 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.