38828 Zip Code, Blue Springs

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Blue Springs

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38828 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38828 in Blue Springs, MS has a safety grade of A. 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 Blue Springs.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 135 (35% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 79 (21% below avg)

38828 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
127 +27% Moderate
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
135 +35% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
99 -1% Average

38828 Crime Map

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38828 Demographics & Context

Population
5,245
Median Income
$49,050
Home Value
$85,039
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
59/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.3%
Graduate Degree 7%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.1%
Black 10.3%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.2%
38828 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38828, Blue Springs?

Zip code 38828 in Blue Springs, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 38828 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Blue Springs.

Is Zip code 38828 a safe neighborhood in Blue Springs?

Zip code 38828 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Blue Springs, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 135), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Blue Springs.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38828?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38828 is Burglary, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38828?

Zip code 38828 has a population of approximately 5,245. The median household income is $49,050. The median home value is $85,039. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38828 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38828's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Blue Springs, 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.