Tarboro, NC has safety grade D, a population of about 10,806, an overall crime rate near 1,342 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Tarboro, NC is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Tarboro, NC for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Tarboro, NC Crime Rate and Safety Report
Tarboro, NC crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 7.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 5.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
7.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Tarboro, NC demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (49.0% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
The relatively low crime count of 145 incidents suggests Tarboro maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Tarboro demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Tarboro, NC Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US3766700, a total of 145 crimes were recorded. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 67 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is the second most frequent, with a total of 56 incidents. Within property crime, "Larceny/Theft Offenses" is the most common subcategory, with 31 incidents, followed by "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" with 18 incidents. "Stolen Property Offenses" account for 5 incidents, and "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" for 2 incidents. The "others" category includes 14 incidents, with "Fraud Offenses" being the most frequent at 8 incidents, followed by "Embezzlement" at 4 incidents, and "Counterfeiting/Forgery" at 2 incidents. Robbery and sex offenses are the least frequent, each with 4 incidents. In the robbery category, all 4 incidents are classified as "Robbery." In the sex offenses category, 2 incidents are classified as "Sex Offenses," and 2 as "Kidnapping/Abduction."
Tarboro, NC crime map
Crime Map
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FAQ about crime in Tarboro, NC
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Tarboro, NC.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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