38620 Zip Code, Courtland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Courtland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 94
6% below national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38620 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 38620 in Courtland, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Courtland.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 109, 9% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 82).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 109 (9% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 82 (18% below avg)

38620 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
82 -18% Average
Robbery
87 -13% Average
Rape
99 -1% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
104 +4% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
95 -5% Average
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

38620 Crime Map

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38620 Demographics & Context

Population
3,232
Median Income
$52,707
Home Value
$76,133
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
57/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.9%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.1%
Black 47.9%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.1%
38620 Crime Map
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Courtland Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38620, Courtland?

Zip code 38620 in Courtland, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 38620 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Courtland.

Is Zip code 38620 a safe neighborhood in Courtland?

Zip code 38620 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Courtland, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 109), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 82). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Courtland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38620?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38620 is Murder, with a crime index of 109 (9% 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 38620?

Zip code 38620 has a population of approximately 3,232. The median household income is $52,707. The median home value is $76,133. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38620 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38620's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Courtland, 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.