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24%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
11%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
31%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleTabor City/100k peopleNorth Carolina/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime105n/a (estimate)2,8802,4692,324
Murder1n/a27.48.16.3
Rape5n/a137.130.540.0
Robbery1n/a27.454.966.1
Assault5n/a137.1311.6268.2
Violent crime12n/a (estimate)329405370
Burglary29n/a795.4370.8269.8
Theft57n/a1,563.41,494.01,401.9
Vehicle theft7n/a192.0199.3282.7
Property crime93n/a (estimate)2,5512,0641,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Tabor City, NC

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Tabor City is 23.9% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 12 violent crimes reported in Tabor City, equivalent to 329 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 11%. Additionally, Tabor City recorded 93 property crimes, amounting to 2551 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 30.5%.

The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Tabor City is very close to the national average of all cities that reported crime. Tabor City reported 329 violent crimes, while the average of all cities was 370.

While murder rates in the United States have generally declined since 1990, recent years have seen an unfortunate uptick. Tabor City stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates among cities reporting crime data. In Tabor City, a total of 1 murders were reported, equating to 27 murders per 100,000 residents. This statistic underscores the challenges facing the area in terms of severe violent crime and the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and security within the community.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Tabor City?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Tabor City. Based on the results of the surveys (10 responses), 30% of people felt that there was very little crime in Tabor City and felt safe walking alone at night. While 70% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Tabor City a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Tabor City is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Tabor City has a total crime rate that is 24% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.29 daily crimes (0.03 violent daily crimes and 0.25 daily property crimes) in Tabor City.

Has Crime in Tabor City Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Tabor City. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Tabor City has decreased by 11.8%. Specifically, violent crime has decreased by 42.9%, while property crime has decreased by 5.1%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Tabor City.

Potential Causes for Crime in Tabor City

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Tabor City crime rate. The poverty level in Tabor City is 36.4%, while the national average is 15.1%.

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Tabor City crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Tabor City has an unemployment rate of 1.6%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Tabor City, 62.9% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

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The Tabor City crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Tabor City as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Tabor City crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Tabor City crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Tabor City crime rates are 24% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Tabor City are 11% lower than the national average
      • In Tabor City you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Tabor City is safer than 27% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Tabor City has decreased by 6%

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        Daily Crime In Tabor City (per 100,000 people)

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        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Tabor City

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Tabor City is 1 in 304
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Tabor City is 1 in 40
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Tabor City is 1 in 35

        Year Over Year Crime In Tabor City (per 100,000 people)

        Tabor City police department

        Item Tabor City North Carolina National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1014,511558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents4.04.83.3
        There are a total of 10 Tabor City police officers. This results in 4.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 16.9% less than the North Carolina average and 22% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in North Carolina

        State Total offenders North Carolina /100K National /100K
        North Carolina26,293320266
        There are a total of 26,293 sex offenders in North Carolina. This yields a total of 320 sex offenders in North Carolina per 100,000 residents which is 20% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Fair Bluff, NC58501,9441,944
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        Cerro Gordo, NC3225412,7573,298
        Marietta, NC1465692,8983,466
        Brunswick, NC1,1286543,3313,985
        Chadbourn, NC2,0381,8905,6717,562
        Whiteville, NC5,3481,0159,07110,086
        Tabor City, NC4,0383292,5512,880

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        Amity Gardens, PA4,036102540641
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        Tabor City, NC4,0383292,5512,880
        Source: The Tabor City, NC crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.