38601 Zip Code, Abbeville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Abbeville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 96 / 300 High
Violent Crime 89
11% below national avg
Property Crime 68
32% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38601 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 38601 in Abbeville, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Abbeville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 35 (65% below avg)

38601 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Abbeville city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
87 -13% Average
Assault
71 -29% Low
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
92 -8% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
126 +26% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
42 -58% Low
Vehicle Theft
35 -65% Low

38601 Crime Map

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38601 Demographics & Context

Population
3,700
Median Income
$72,863
Home Value
$124,070
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.9%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.9%
Black 46.3%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.5%
38601 Crime Map
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Abbeville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38601, Abbeville?

Zip code 38601 in Abbeville, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. Zip code 38601 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Abbeville.

Is Zip code 38601 a safe neighborhood in Abbeville?

Zip code 38601 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Abbeville, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 126), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Abbeville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38601?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38601 is Burglary, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38601?

Zip code 38601 has a population of approximately 3,700. The median household income is $72,863. The median home value is $124,070. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38601 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38601's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average (index 96 vs 100). Within Abbeville, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.