The 10 Safest Cities In North Carolina For 2024

The 10 Safest Cities In North Carolina For 2024

1. Pinehurst

Welcome to Pinehurst, the safest place to live in North Carolina for 2024.

Pinehurst managed to just miss out on Holly Springs this year and claim the number 1 overall spot in the Tarheel State thanks to the second safest property crime rate and second safest violent crime rate in the state.

So you know what that means? You can leave your car unlocked and doors open when you go out for your daily round of golf. And make sure to stop in at Betsy's for a crepe. I literally drive an hour each way at least twice a year to eat breakfast there -- it's awesome.

2. Davidson

Let me say that I'm totally biased in favor of Davidson -- it's an awesome little college town on the north side of Charlotte. I suggest you spend a day walking around campus, eating on main street, and just taking it all in.

IMO, it's the ideal place to live in the state based on my six plus years living here. And, since it places second here, you also know it's safe. It has a top safety rating for both violent and property crime.

So pack your bags and feel confident in your move to Davidson -- if you can afford the price of entry to this safe haven.

Situated in North Carolina's Moore County, Whispering Pines ranks as the third safest city in the state, boasting a low 57/100k people violent crime rate and a minute 0.00019102196752626553 murder rate. The town's total crime rate of 382/100k people per captta positions it safest in terms of overall safety, reflecting efficient law enforcement practices despite its growth to a population of 5,235.

Even with an expanded populace, Whispering Pines maintains a 324/100k people property crime rate. Given their safety recound, they should consider a new city tagline like "Whispering Pines: Where Safety Sings."

4. Fuquay-Varina

In North Carolina, Fuquay-Varina is becoming known for its safety, with 0 murders, 27 violent crimes, and 332 property crimes, ranking as the fourth safest location in North Carolina. Its low crime rates of 69/100k people for violence and 850/100k people for property offenses places it at #6 and #9 respectively amongst state towns. Its proximity to Research Triangle Park and the town's strategic placement near both coastal beaches and mountain ranges aids in the community's growth and safety reputation.

5. Waxhaw

Located in Union County, Waxhaw secured the fifth position for safety, thanks to its minimal violent crimes. With its 84/100k people violent crime rate and 734/100k people property crime rate, Waxhaw's is the ninth safest for violent crime and seventh safest for property crime.

Waxhaw's historical background as a gold mining town, coupled with its significant growth since 2010 leading up to 2024, has made it a desirable place for residents prioritizing safety. The town's current status as a hub for antiques and fine dining contributes to its reputation as a secure area with a small-town charm.

6. Rolesville

Rolesville is the sixth safest city on our list and another Raleigh suburb.

While this suburb is a little more out in the boonies to the northeast of Raleigh, it still packs a safe punch for a city of its size. It has the tenth safest violent crime rate in the state, so you don't have to worry about getting in a fight with your neighbors.

The median income in town stands at 127575, and the median home will set you back 510111. That's actually pretty cheap for a median income that high.

7. Elon

Another fantastic college town, Elon, cracks the top 7 for the second year in a row.

Home to Elon University, you can be sure your college-aged kids are safe here -- it ranks in the top five for both categories of crime we analyzed. And don't be fooled by the seeming higher-than-average poverty rate -- those pesky college kids can't technically work full-time jobs, which messes with the national statistics.

Elon is located midway between Greensboro and Durham off of Route 40.

8. Holly Springs

Holly Springs has reclaimed the throne after being dethroned for the first time in a couple of years last year -- it ranks as the eighth safest city in North Carolina.

A slight decrease in violent crimes did the trick and it's still WAY safe to live here compared to most every other place in NC. And the property crime rates are still super low. As a forebear of places to come, Holly Springs is a suburb of Raleigh right in the middle of the state. By the end of this article, you'll have read a line similar to that many times over.

9. Apex

While you might think Apex has the apex of living, it always seem to be just a notch behind Cary in our rankings.

And while Cary is the probably the nicest 'burb around, Apex might give it a run for its money in some ways.

The city of some 40,000 plus people has less violent crime, but a bit more property crime than it's neighbor. It also costs a bit less to live here, doesn't rank quite as high on our other rankings, and has a longer commute to Raleigh.

Some might call Apex UNC-Chapel Hill to Cary's Duke.

Just saying.

10. Mint Hill

Mint Hill, in southeastern Mecklenburg and northwestern Union counties in North Carolina, is the tenth safest place statewide, with impressive ranks of #11 for violent crime and #12 for property crime.

Despite its growth as a key suburb on the outskirts of Charlotte, the town maintains low 86/100k people violent crime and 969/100k people property crime rates, thanks to a proactive police force. Overall, Mint HIll is minty fresh when it comes to safety.

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