38317 Zip Code, Bruceton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bruceton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 154 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38317 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38317 in Bruceton, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bruceton.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 95). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 95 (5% below avg)

38317 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
146 +46% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
145 +45% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
139 +39% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
96 -4% Average
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

38317 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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38317 Demographics & Context

Population
2,106
Median Income
$47,742
Home Value
$80,914
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
56/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.2%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.7%
Black 6.9%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 0.4%
38317 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38317, Bruceton?

Zip code 38317 in Bruceton, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average. Zip code 38317 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bruceton.

Is Zip code 38317 a safe neighborhood in Bruceton?

Zip code 38317 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bruceton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 146), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 95). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bruceton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38317?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38317 is Murder, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38317?

Zip code 38317 has a population of approximately 2,106. The median household income is $47,742. The median home value is $80,914. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38317 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38317's overall crime rate is 54% above the national average (index 154 vs 100). Within Bruceton, 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.