37048 Zip Code, Cottontown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottontown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 78 / 300 High
Violent Crime 84
16% below national avg
Property Crime 59
41% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 37048 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 37048 in Cottontown, TN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottontown.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 111, 11% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 111 (11% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 34 (66% below avg)

37048 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
69 -31% Low
Assault
64 -36% Low
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
100 0% Average
Larceny / Theft
34 -66% Low
Vehicle Theft
44 -56% Low

37048 Crime Map

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37048 Demographics & Context

Population
8,808
Median Income
$82,996
Home Value
$427,055
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
201/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%
Graduate Degree 8.1%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 0.6%
37048 Crime Map
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Cottontown Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37048, Cottontown?

Zip code 37048 in Cottontown, TN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average. Zip code 37048 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cottontown.

Is Zip code 37048 a safe neighborhood in Cottontown?

Zip code 37048 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cottontown, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 111), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cottontown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37048?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37048 is Rape, with a crime index of 111 (11% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 37048?

Zip code 37048 has a population of approximately 8,808. The median household income is $82,996. The median home value is $427,055. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37048 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37048's overall crime rate is 22% below the national average (index 78 vs 100). Within Cottontown, 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.