38401 Zip Code, Columbia

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Columbia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38401 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38401 in Columbia, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Columbia.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 107).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 107 (7% above avg)

38401 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
107 +7% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
120 +20% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
108 +8% Moderate

38401 Crime Map

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38401 Demographics & Context

Population
65,848
Median Income
$62,796
Home Value
$380,097
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
220/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.5%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.4%
Black 15.3%
Hispanic 6.1%
Asian 1%
38401 Crime Map
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Columbia Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38401, Columbia?

Zip code 38401 in Columbia, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 38401 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Columbia.

Is Zip code 38401 a safe neighborhood in Columbia?

Zip code 38401 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Columbia, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 126), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 107). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Columbia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38401?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38401 is Robbery, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38401?

Zip code 38401 has a population of approximately 65,848. The median household income is $62,796. The median home value is $380,097. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38401 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38401's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Columbia, 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.