39040 Zip Code, Bentonia

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bentonia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 39040 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 39040 in Bentonia, MS has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bentonia.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 42). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 42 (58% below avg)

39040 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
131 +31% Moderate
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
42 -58% Low
Vehicle Theft
69 -31% Low

39040 Crime Map

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39040 Demographics & Context

Population
3,449
Median Income
$43,162
Home Value
$61,787
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.1%
Black 48.2%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.6%
39040 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39040, Bentonia?

Zip code 39040 in Bentonia, MS has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 39040 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bentonia.

Is Zip code 39040 a safe neighborhood in Bentonia?

Zip code 39040 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bentonia, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 42). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bentonia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39040?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39040 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39040?

Zip code 39040 has a population of approximately 3,449. The median household income is $43,162. The median home value is $61,787. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39040 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39040's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Bentonia, 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.