38318 Zip Code, Buena Vista

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Buena Vista

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 119
19% above national avg
Property Crime 91
9% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38318 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38318 in Buena Vista, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Buena Vista.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 45). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 45 (55% below avg)

38318 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
104 +4% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
132 +32% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
159 +59% High
Larceny / Theft
68 -32% Low
Vehicle Theft
45 -55% Low

38318 Crime Map

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38318 Demographics & Context

Population
1,241
Median Income
$44,224
Home Value
$121,044
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
29/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.5%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.7%
Black 9.3%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 0.4%
38318 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38318, Buena Vista?

Zip code 38318 in Buena Vista, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 38318 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Buena Vista.

Is Zip code 38318 a safe neighborhood in Buena Vista?

Zip code 38318 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Buena Vista, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 159), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 45). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Buena Vista.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38318?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38318 is Burglary, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38318?

Zip code 38318 has a population of approximately 1,241. The median household income is $44,224. The median home value is $121,044. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38318 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38318's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Buena Vista, 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.