28698 Zip Code, Zionville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Zionville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 96 / 300 High
Violent Crime 99
1% below national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 28698 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 28698 in Zionville, NC has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Zionville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 165, 65% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 42).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 165 (65% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 42 (58% below avg)

28698 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
97 -3% Average
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
94 -6% Average
Rape
99 -1% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
165 +65% High
Larceny / Theft
42 -58% Low
Vehicle Theft
42 -58% Low

28698 Crime Map

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28698 Demographics & Context

Population
1,918
Median Income
$58,785
Home Value
$309,419
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
76/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 9%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.6%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 28698, Zionville?

Zip code 28698 in Zionville, NC has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. Zip code 28698 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Zionville.

Is Zip code 28698 a safe neighborhood in Zionville?

Zip code 28698 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Zionville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 165), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 42). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Zionville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 28698?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 28698 is Burglary, with a crime index of 165 (65% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 28698?

Zip code 28698 has a population of approximately 1,918. The median household income is $58,785. The median home value is $309,419. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 28698 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 28698's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average (index 96 vs 100). Within Zionville, 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.