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ZIP Code 28779 Safety Score

Sylva, North Carolina • Jackson County

59
Grade: D — Below Average
📍 This score is based on crime data for Sylva, NC, the primary city for ZIP code 28779. Individual neighborhoods within this ZIP may vary.

Crime Statistics

519
Violent Crime Rate
(per 100K)
4301
Property Crime Rate
(per 100K)
2,697
City Population
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About ZIP Code 28779

ZIP code 28779 is located in Sylva, North Carolina. Based on FBI crime data, this area has a safety score of 59/100, earning a grade of D.

Crime rates in this area are around the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ZIP code 28779 safe?

ZIP code 28779 (Sylva, North Carolina) has a safety score of 59/100, earning a grade of D — Below Average. This score is based on FBI crime data for the primary city covering this ZIP code.

What is the crime rate in ZIP code 28779?

Crime rates for ZIP 28779 are based on data from Sylva, 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.