29541 Zip Code, Effingham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Effingham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 29541 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 29541 in Effingham, SC has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Effingham.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 58). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 58 (42% below avg)

29541 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
75 -25% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

29541 Crime Map

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29541 Demographics & Context

Population
9,967
Median Income
$60,750
Home Value
$151,976
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
128/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.4%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 54.9%
Black 40.8%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.5%
29541 Crime Map
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Effingham Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29541, Effingham?

Zip code 29541 in Effingham, SC has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 29541 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Effingham.

Is Zip code 29541 a safe neighborhood in Effingham?

Zip code 29541 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Effingham, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 130), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Effingham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29541?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29541 is Rape, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29541?

Zip code 29541 has a population of approximately 9,967. The median household income is $60,750. The median home value is $151,976. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29541 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29541's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Effingham, 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.