28697 Zip Code, Wilkesboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wilkesboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 134
34% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28697 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28697 in Wilkesboro, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wilkesboro.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 114 (14% above avg)

28697 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
143 +43% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
145 +45% Moderate

28697 Crime Map

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28697 Demographics & Context

Population
12,668
Median Income
$51,815
Home Value
$254,095
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
198/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.3%
Graduate Degree 9.2%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.9%
Black 7.1%
Hispanic 10.2%
Asian 1.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28697, Wilkesboro?

Zip code 28697 in Wilkesboro, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 28697 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wilkesboro.

Is Zip code 28697 a safe neighborhood in Wilkesboro?

Zip code 28697 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wilkesboro, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 145), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wilkesboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28697?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28697 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% 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 28697?

Zip code 28697 has a population of approximately 12,668. The median household income is $51,815. The median home value is $254,095. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28697 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28697's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Wilkesboro, 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.