39046 Zip Code, Canton

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Canton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 111
11% above national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 39046 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 39046 in Canton, MS has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Canton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 89).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 89 (11% below avg)

39046 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
107 +7% Moderate
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
118 +18% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
89 -11% Average
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

39046 Crime Map

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39046 Demographics & Context

Population
32,842
Median Income
$63,141
Home Value
$87,153
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
104/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.5%
Graduate Degree 10.4%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 30.6%
Black 64.5%
Hispanic 4.3%
Asian 0.9%
39046 Crime Map
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Canton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39046, Canton?

Zip code 39046 in Canton, MS has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 39046 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Canton.

Is Zip code 39046 a safe neighborhood in Canton?

Zip code 39046 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Canton, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 130), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Canton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39046?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39046 is Burglary, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39046?

Zip code 39046 has a population of approximately 32,842. The median household income is $63,141. The median home value is $87,153. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39046 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39046's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Canton, 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.