38731 Zip Code, Chatham

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chatham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 94
6% below national avg
Property Crime 63
37% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38731 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 38731 in Chatham, 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 Chatham.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 3). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 3 (97% below avg)

38731 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
66 -34% Low
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
47 -53% Low
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
167 +67% High
Larceny / Theft
3 -97% Low
Vehicle Theft
19 -81% Low

38731 Crime Map

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38731 Demographics & Context

Population
197
Median Income
$41,066
Home Value
$60,648
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.2%
Graduate Degree 8.7%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 41.5%
Black 54.7%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0%
38731 Crime Map
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Chatham Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38731, Chatham?

Zip code 38731 in Chatham, 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 38731 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chatham.

Is Zip code 38731 a safe neighborhood in Chatham?

Zip code 38731 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chatham, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 167), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 3). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chatham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38731?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38731 is Burglary, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38731?

Zip code 38731 has a population of approximately 197. The median household income is $41,066. The median home value is $60,648. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38731 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38731's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Chatham, 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.