38826 Zip Code, Belden

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Belden

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 74 / 300 High
Violent Crime 81
19% below national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38826 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38826 in Belden, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Belden.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 95, 5% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 62).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 95 (5% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 62 (38% below avg)

38826 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
73 -27% Low
Assault
62 -38% Low
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
94 -6% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
90 -10% Average
Larceny / Theft
91 -9% Average
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

38826 Crime Map

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38826 Demographics & Context

Population
5,229
Median Income
$77,800
Home Value
$169,569
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
174/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.8%
Graduate Degree 15.4%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.6%
Black 27.4%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 1.4%
38826 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38826, Belden?

Zip code 38826 in Belden, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average. Zip code 38826 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Belden.

Is Zip code 38826 a safe neighborhood in Belden?

Zip code 38826 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Belden, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 95), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 62). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Belden.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38826?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38826 is Robbery, with a crime index of 95 (5% below 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 38826?

Zip code 38826 has a population of approximately 5,229. The median household income is $77,800. The median home value is $169,569. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38826 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38826's overall crime rate is 26% below the national average (index 74 vs 100). Within Belden, 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.