29038 Zip Code, Cope

Last updated: October 23, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cope

Summary: 29038 (Cope, SC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 29038, Cope, SC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 16% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 23, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 116 / 300 High

Violent Crime 106

6% above national avg

Property Crime 71

29% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 29038 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 29038 in Cope, SC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cope.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 156 (56% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 28 (72% below avg)

29038 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Cope	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	100	0%	N/A	Average
Assault	95	-5%	N/A	Average
Robbery	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	156	+56%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	30	-70%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	28	-72%	N/A	Low

29038 Crime Map

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29038 Demographics & Context

Population

2,824

Median Income

$57,213

Home Value

$145,290

Median Age

Pop. Density

32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.5%

Graduate Degree 1.8%

Housing

81%

19%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 62%

Black 34.6%

Hispanic 1.4%

Asian 0.2%

29038 Crime Map

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Cope Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29038, Cope?

Zip code 29038 in Cope, SC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 29038 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cope.

Is Zip code 29038 a safe neighborhood in Cope?

Zip code 29038 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 156), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cope.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29038?

The most common crime type in Zip code 29038 is Burglary, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29038?

Zip code 29038 has a population of approximately 2,824. The median household income is $57,213. The median home value is $145,290. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29038 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29038's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Cope, 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 October 2026.