North Carolina Sex Offender Information
This page provides an overview of North Carolina's sex offender registry, including statewide statistics, top ZIP Codes by offender count and density, and links to official state resources. Data is aggregated from public registry records and U.S. Census population estimates.
Population source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Registry source: public listing records.
North Carolina Registry at a Glance
24,338
Total Listings
10,584,340
State Population
229.9
Per 100k Residents
0.97×
vs. US Average
US average: 237.2 per 100,000 residents. North Carolina is slightly below the national average.
Official North Carolina Registry
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation maintains the official state sex offender registry.
Visit NC SBI Sex Offender RegistryTop 10 ZIP Codes by Total Registry Listings
These ZIP Codes have the highest number of registered sex offenders in North Carolina. Note: ZIP Code 00000 is a placeholder for records with unavailable address data.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Registered Offenders |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27604 | 1,749 |
| 2 | 00000* | 364 |
| 3 | 28052 | 212 |
| 4 | 27703 | 187 |
| 5 | 27834 | 181 |
| 6 | 27406 | 180 |
| 7 | 27292 | 177 |
| 8 | 27101 | 163 |
| 9 | 28208 | 157 |
| 10 | 28645 | 156 |
*ZIP Code 00000 represents records where address data is unavailable or redacted.
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Density rankings exclude ZIP Codes with population under 1,000 to avoid unstable per-capita rates.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Offenders | Population | Density per 100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27604 | 1,749 | 44,094 | 3,966.5 |
| 2 | 27878 | 13 | 1,099 | 1,182.9 |
| 3 | 27252 | 10 | 1,066 | 938.1 |
| 4 | 28301 | 150 | 16,221 | 924.7 |
| 5 | 27601 | 88 | 9,702 | 907.0 |
| 6 | 27857 | 10 | 1,211 | 825.8 |
| 7 | 27957 | 8 | 1,017 | 786.6 |
| 8 | 27101 | 163 | 21,881 | 744.9 |
| 9 | 28521 | 11 | 1,554 | 707.9 |
| 10 | 28363 | 7 | 1,001 | 699.3 |
Density calculated using ACS ZCTA population denominators (ACS 2019–2023 5-year, B01003 total population).
North Carolina Registration Requirements
North Carolina requires individuals convicted of certain sexual offenses to register with local law enforcement. Key requirements include:
- •Registration within 3 business days of establishing residence
- •Annual verification of registration information
- •Address change notification within 3 business days
- •Lifetime registration for certain offense classifications
For complete details on North Carolina's registration requirements, visit the official NC SBI registry website.
FAQs about North Carolina Sex Offender Data
How often is the North Carolina registry updated?
The NC SBI updates the public registry as registrants report changes. Address updates must be reported within 3 business days, but processing times may vary.
Why does ZIP Code 27604 have such high numbers?
ZIP Code 27604 in Raleigh includes multiple correctional facilities and transitional housing, which concentrates registered offenders in this area. High counts often reflect institutional housing rather than community distribution.
What does "0.97× vs. US Average" mean?
This indicates North Carolina's registry density (229.9 per 100k) is 97% of the national average (237.2 per 100k), meaning the state has a slightly lower concentration of registered offenders compared to the country overall.
Are all ZIP Codes included in the density rankings?
No. Density rankings exclude ZIP Codes with populations under 1,000 to avoid misleading per-capita rates from very small denominators.
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