39737 Zip Code, Bellefontaine

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bellefontaine

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 64
36% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 39737 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 39737 in Bellefontaine, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bellefontaine.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 22 (78% below avg)

39737 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
98 -2% Average
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
94 -6% Average
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
137 +37% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
22 -78% Low
Vehicle Theft
33 -67% Low

39737 Crime Map

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39737 Demographics & Context

Population
309
Median Income
$56,448
Home Value
$67,660
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.3%
Graduate Degree 11%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.4%
Black 20.7%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 0.1%
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Bellefontaine Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39737, Bellefontaine?

Zip code 39737 in Bellefontaine, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 39737 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bellefontaine.

Is Zip code 39737 a safe neighborhood in Bellefontaine?

Zip code 39737 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bellefontaine, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 137), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bellefontaine.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39737?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39737 is Burglary, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39737?

Zip code 39737 has a population of approximately 309. The median household income is $56,448. The median home value is $67,660. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39737 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39737's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Bellefontaine, 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.