38603 Zip Code, Ashland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 123 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38603 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 38603 in Ashland, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 104).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 104 (4% above avg)

38603 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
104 +4% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

38603 Crime Map

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38603 Demographics & Context

Population
2,945
Median Income
$46,543
Home Value
$97,650
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
22/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.1%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.6%
Black 27.5%
Hispanic 3.4%
Asian 0.2%
38603 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38603, Ashland?

Zip code 38603 in Ashland, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 38603 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ashland.

Is Zip code 38603 a safe neighborhood in Ashland?

Zip code 38603 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ashland, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 104). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ashland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38603?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38603 is Robbery, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38603?

Zip code 38603 has a population of approximately 2,945. The median household income is $46,543. The median home value is $97,650. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38603 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38603's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Ashland, 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.