38829 Zip Code, Booneville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Booneville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38829 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38829 in Booneville, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Booneville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 108 (8% above avg)

38829 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
117 +17% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
108 +8% Moderate

38829 Crime Map

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38829 Demographics & Context

Population
17,778
Median Income
$47,227
Home Value
$79,312
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
69/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.9%
Graduate Degree 5%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.9%
Black 13.8%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38829, Booneville?

Zip code 38829 in Booneville, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 38829 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Booneville.

Is Zip code 38829 a safe neighborhood in Booneville?

Zip code 38829 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Booneville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 126), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Booneville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38829?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38829 is Robbery, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38829?

Zip code 38829 has a population of approximately 17,778. The median household income is $47,227. The median home value is $79,312. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38829 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38829's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Booneville, 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.