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ZIP Code 28697 Safety Score

Wilkesboro, North Carolina • Wilkes County

62
Grade: C — Moderate
📍 This score is based on crime data for Wilkesboro, NC, the primary city for ZIP code 28697. Individual neighborhoods within this ZIP may vary.

Crime Statistics

356
Violent Crime Rate
(per 100K)
5257
Property Crime Rate
(per 100K)
3,652
City Population
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About ZIP Code 28697

ZIP code 28697 is located in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Based on FBI crime data, this area has a safety score of 62/100, earning a grade of C.

Crime rates in this area are around the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ZIP code 28697 safe?

ZIP code 28697 (Wilkesboro, North Carolina) has a safety score of 62/100, earning a grade of C — Moderate. This score is based on FBI crime data for the primary city covering this ZIP code.

What is the crime rate in ZIP code 28697?

Crime rates for ZIP 28697 are based on data from Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Check the violent and property crime rates above for specific numbers per 100,000 residents.

How is the safety score calculated?

Safety scores combine violent crime rates, property crime rates, and population data from the FBI Uniform Crime Report. Scores range from 0-100, with higher scores indicating safer areas.