37303 Zip Code, Athens

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 104 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 37303 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 37303 in Athens, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 124, 24% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 107).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 124 (24% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 107 (7% above avg)

37303 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
111 +11% Moderate
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
118 +18% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
124 +24% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
112 +12% Moderate

37303 Crime Map

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37303 Demographics & Context

Population
27,167
Median Income
$54,729
Home Value
$231,087
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
178/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.3%
Black 6%
Hispanic 4.7%
Asian 1.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37303, Athens?

Zip code 37303 in Athens, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 37303 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Athens.

Is Zip code 37303 a safe neighborhood in Athens?

Zip code 37303 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Athens, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 124), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 107). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Athens.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37303?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37303 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 124 (24% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 37303?

Zip code 37303 has a population of approximately 27,167. The median household income is $54,729. The median home value is $231,087. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37303 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37303's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Athens, 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.