38623 Zip Code, Darling

Crime Rate & Statistics

D+

Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Darling

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 164 / 300 High

Violent Crime 149

49% above national avg

Property Crime 118

18% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 38623 a Safe Zip Code?

No — crime is noticeably above average here. Zip code 38623 in Darling, MS has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Darling.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 81). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 166 (66% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 81 (19% below avg)

38623 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Darling	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	166	+66%	N/A	High
Assault	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	152	+52%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	81	-19%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate

38623 Crime Map

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38623 Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$34,128

Home Value

$38,143

Median Age

Pop. Density

15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.5%

Graduate Degree 0.6%

Housing

59%

41%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 14.6%

Black 83.5%

Hispanic 0.7%

Asian 0.1%

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Darling Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38623, Darling?

Zip code 38623 in Darling, MS has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average. Zip code 38623 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Darling.

Is Zip code 38623 a safe neighborhood in Darling?

Zip code 38623 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Murder (index: 166), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 81). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Darling.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38623?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38623 is Murder, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38623?

Zip code 38623 has a population of approximately 49. The median household income is $34,128. The median home value is $38,143. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38623 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38623's overall crime rate is 64% above the national average (index 164 vs 100). Within Darling, 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.