38849 Zip Code, Guntown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Guntown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 78 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 73
27% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38849 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38849 in Guntown, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Guntown.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 42).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 135 (35% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 42 (58% below avg)

38849 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
83 -17% Average
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
105 +5% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
135 +35% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
42 -58% Low
Vehicle Theft
42 -58% Low

38849 Crime Map

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38849 Demographics & Context

Population
5,447
Median Income
$63,633
Home Value
$108,882
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
76/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.4%
Graduate Degree 8.1%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.5%
Black 13.3%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38849, Guntown?

Zip code 38849 in Guntown, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average. Zip code 38849 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Guntown.

Is Zip code 38849 a safe neighborhood in Guntown?

Zip code 38849 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Guntown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 135), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 42). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Guntown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38849?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38849 is Burglary, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38849?

Zip code 38849 has a population of approximately 5,447. The median household income is $63,633. The median home value is $108,882. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38849 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38849's overall crime rate is 22% below the national average (index 78 vs 100). Within Guntown, 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.