39272 Zip Code, Byram

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Byram

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 42 / 300 High
Violent Crime 67
33% below national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 39272 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 39272 in Byram, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Byram.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 112, 12% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 16).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 112 (12% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 16 (84% below avg)

39272 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
64 -36% Low
Assault
16 -84% Low
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
75 -25% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
87 -13% Average
Vehicle Theft
65 -35% Low

39272 Crime Map

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39272 Demographics & Context

Population
10,245
Median Income
$79,087
Home Value
$148,230
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
561/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.5%
Graduate Degree 10.4%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 33.8%
Black 63.4%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39272, Byram?

Zip code 39272 in Byram, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average. Zip code 39272 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Byram.

Is Zip code 39272 a safe neighborhood in Byram?

Zip code 39272 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Byram, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 112), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Byram.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39272?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39272 is Robbery, with a crime index of 112 (12% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39272?

Zip code 39272 has a population of approximately 10,245. The median household income is $79,087. The median home value is $148,230. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39272 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39272's overall crime rate is 58% below the national average (index 42 vs 100). Within Byram, 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.