39051 Zip Code, Carthage

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Carthage

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 121 / 300 High

Violent Crime 126

26% above national avg

Property Crime 114

14% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 39051 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 39051 in Carthage, MS has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Carthage.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 104).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 135 (35% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 104 (4% above avg)

39051 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Carthage	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate

39051 Crime Map

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39051 Demographics & Context

Population

17,104

Median Income

$46,253

Home Value

$65,860

Median Age

Pop. Density

39/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.5%

Graduate Degree 3.1%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 45.4%

Black 38.7%

Hispanic 5.9%

Asian 0.3%

39051 Crime Map

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Carthage Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39051, Carthage?

Zip code 39051 in Carthage, MS has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 39051 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Carthage.

Is Zip code 39051 a safe neighborhood in Carthage?

Zip code 39051 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Carthage, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 135), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 104). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Carthage.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39051?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39051 is Rape, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39051?

Zip code 39051 has a population of approximately 17,104. The median household income is $46,253. The median home value is $65,860. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39051 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39051's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Carthage, 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.