29638 Zip Code, Donalds

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

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Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Donalds

Summary: 29638 (Donalds, SC) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 29638, Donalds, SC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 11% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 16, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 101
1% above national avg
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Is 29638 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 29638 in Donalds, SC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Donalds.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 86 (14% below avg)

29638 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
110 +10% Moderate
Robbery
137 +37% Moderate
Rape
143 +43% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
86 -14% Average
Vehicle Theft
93 -7% Average

29638 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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29638 Demographics & Context

Population
4,368
Median Income
$53,402
Home Value
$252,816
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
71/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.2%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76%
Black 20.1%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 0.3%
29638 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29638, Donalds?

Zip code 29638 in Donalds, SC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 29638 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Donalds.

Is Zip code 29638 a safe neighborhood in Donalds?

Zip code 29638 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Donalds.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29638?

The most common crime type in Zip code 29638 is Rape, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29638?

Zip code 29638 has a population of approximately 4,368. The median household income is $53,402. The median home value is $252,816. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29638 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29638's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Donalds, 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.