28590 Zip Code, Winterville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Winterville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 66 / 300 High
Violent Crime 66
34% below national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28590 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 28590 in Winterville, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Winterville.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 98, 2% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 52). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 98 (2% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 52 (48% below avg)

28590 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
78 -22% Low
Assault
52 -48% Low
Robbery
80 -20% Low
Rape
55 -45% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
73 -27% Low
Larceny / Theft
94 -6% Average
Vehicle Theft
98 -2% Average

28590 Crime Map

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28590 Demographics & Context

Population
28,196
Median Income
$76,607
Home Value
$242,666
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
661/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.6%
Graduate Degree 12.8%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 58.7%
Black 32.6%
Hispanic 4.9%
Asian 2.9%
28590 Crime Map
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Winterville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28590, Winterville?

Zip code 28590 in Winterville, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average. Zip code 28590 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Winterville.

Is Zip code 28590 a safe neighborhood in Winterville?

Zip code 28590 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Winterville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 98), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 52). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Winterville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28590?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28590 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 98 (2% below 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 28590?

Zip code 28590 has a population of approximately 28,196. The median household income is $76,607. The median home value is $242,666. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28590 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28590's overall crime rate is 34% below the national average (index 66 vs 100). Within Winterville, 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.