39074 Zip Code, Forest

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 125 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 117

17% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 39074 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 39074 in Forest, MS has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 113).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 140 (40% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 113 (13% above avg)

39074 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Forest	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate

39074 Crime Map

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39074 Demographics & Context

Population

14,551

Median Income

$43,657

Home Value

$64,636

Median Age

Pop. Density

54/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.5%

Graduate Degree 2.9%

Housing

63%

37%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 41.5%

Black 46.6%

Hispanic 13.7%

Asian 0.9%

39074 Crime Map

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Forest Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39074, Forest?

Zip code 39074 in Forest, MS has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 39074 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Forest.

Is Zip code 39074 a safe neighborhood in Forest?

Zip code 39074 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Forest, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 140), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 113). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Forest.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39074?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39074 is Rape, with a crime index of 140 (40% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39074?

Zip code 39074 has a population of approximately 14,551. The median household income is $43,657. The median home value is $64,636. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39074 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39074's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Forest, 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.