38921 Zip Code, Charleston

Crime Rate & Statistics

C-

Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Charleston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 154 / 300 High

Violent Crime 154

54% above national avg

Property Crime 144

44% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 38921 a Safe Zip Code?

Not really — crime is above the national average. Zip code 38921 in Charleston, MS has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Charleston.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 135).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 159 (59% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 135 (35% above avg)

38921 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Charleston	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	153	+53%	N/A	High
Assault	159	+59%	N/A	High
Robbery	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	155	+55%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	151	+51%	N/A	High

38921 Crime Map

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38921 Demographics & Context

Population

4,197

Median Income

$35,702

Home Value

$69,715

Median Age

Pop. Density

26/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.9%

Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

60%

40%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 27.8%

Black 70.8%

Hispanic 0.4%

Asian 0.3%

38921 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38921, Charleston?

Zip code 38921 in Charleston, MS has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average. Zip code 38921 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Charleston.

Is Zip code 38921 a safe neighborhood in Charleston?

Zip code 38921 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 135). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Charleston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38921?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38921 is Assault, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38921?

Zip code 38921 has a population of approximately 4,197. The median household income is $35,702. The median home value is $69,715. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38921 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38921's overall crime rate is 54% above the national average (index 154 vs 100). Within Charleston, 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.