38720 Zip Code, Alligator

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Alligator

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 159 / 300 High

Violent Crime 126

26% above national avg

Property Crime 71

29% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 38720 a Safe Zip Code?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Zip code 38720 in Alligator, MS has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 159, which is 59% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Alligator.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 144 (44% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 43 (57% below avg)

38720 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Alligator	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	43	-57%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	50	-50%	N/A	Low

38720 Crime Map

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38720 Demographics & Context

Population

527

Median Income

$36,415

Home Value

$51,951

Median Age

Pop. Density

7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.4%

Graduate Degree 3%

Housing

64%

36%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 33%

Black 64.6%

Hispanic 4.1%

Asian 0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38720, Alligator?

Zip code 38720 in Alligator, MS has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 159, which is 59% above the national average. Zip code 38720 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Alligator.

Is Zip code 38720 a safe neighborhood in Alligator?

Zip code 38720 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Murder (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Alligator.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38720?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38720 is Murder, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38720?

Zip code 38720 has a population of approximately 527. The median household income is $36,415. The median home value is $51,951. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38720 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38720's overall crime rate is 59% above the national average (index 159 vs 100). Within Alligator, 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.