38917 Zip Code, Carrollton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Carrollton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38917 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 38917 in Carrollton, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Carrollton.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 71). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 71 (29% below avg)

38917 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
71 -29% Low
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

38917 Crime Map

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38917 Demographics & Context

Population
3,397
Median Income
$46,786
Home Value
$70,606
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
20/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.2%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.3%
Black 26%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 0.5%
38917 Crime Map
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Carrollton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38917, Carrollton?

Zip code 38917 in Carrollton, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 38917 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Carrollton.

Is Zip code 38917 a safe neighborhood in Carrollton?

Zip code 38917 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Carrollton, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 130), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 71). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Carrollton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38917?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38917 is Murder, 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 38917?

Zip code 38917 has a population of approximately 3,397. The median household income is $46,786. The median home value is $70,606. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38917 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38917's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Carrollton, 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.