38614 Zip Code, Clarksdale

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clarksdale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 117 / 300 High

Violent Crime 123

23% above national avg

Property Crime 126

26% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 38614 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 38614 in Clarksdale, MS has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clarksdale.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 137 (37% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 114 (14% above avg)

38614 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Clarksdale	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate

38614 Crime Map

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38614 Demographics & Context

Population

17,422

Median Income

$42,978

Home Value

$69,030

Median Age

Pop. Density

62/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.1%

Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

51%

49%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 21.1%

Black 76.9%

Hispanic 1.8%

Asian 0.6%

38614 Crime Map

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Clarksdale Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38614, Clarksdale?

Zip code 38614 in Clarksdale, MS has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 38614 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clarksdale.

Is Zip code 38614 a safe neighborhood in Clarksdale?

Zip code 38614 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clarksdale, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 137), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clarksdale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38614?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38614 is Rape, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38614?

Zip code 38614 has a population of approximately 17,422. The median household income is $42,978. The median home value is $69,030. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38614 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38614's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Clarksdale, 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.