38916 Zip Code, Calhoun City

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Calhoun City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 147 / 300 High

Violent Crime 154

54% above national avg

Property Crime 123

23% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 38916 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 38916 in Calhoun City, MS has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Calhoun City.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 161, 61% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 161 (61% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)

38916 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Calhoun City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	155	+55%	N/A	High
Rape	161	+61%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	97	-3%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate

38916 Crime Map

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38916 Demographics & Context

Population

4,812

Median Income

$38,351

Home Value

$69,071

Median Age

Pop. Density

28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6%

Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

71%

29%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 59.6%

Black 37.3%

Hispanic 2.2%

Asian 0.1%

38916 Crime Map

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Calhoun City Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38916, Calhoun City?

Zip code 38916 in Calhoun City, MS has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 38916 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Calhoun City.

Is Zip code 38916 a safe neighborhood in Calhoun City?

Zip code 38916 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Calhoun City, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 161), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Calhoun City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38916?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38916 is Rape, with a crime index of 161 (61% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38916?

Zip code 38916 has a population of approximately 4,812. The median household income is $38,351. The median home value is $69,071. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38916 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38916's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Calhoun City, 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.