38759 Zip Code, Merigold

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merigold

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 120 / 300 High

Violent Crime 139

39% above national avg

Property Crime 125

25% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 38759 a Safe Zip Code?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Zip code 38759 in Merigold, MS has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merigold.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 159 (59% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 111 (11% above avg)

38759 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Merigold	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	159	+59%	N/A	High
Rape	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	152	+52%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate

38759 Crime Map

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38759 Demographics & Context

Population

1,626

Median Income

$50,023

Home Value

$81,937

Median Age

Pop. Density

24/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20%

Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

58%

42%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 31.9%

Black 62.7%

Hispanic 5.3%

Asian 0.8%

38759 Crime Map

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Merigold Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38759, Merigold?

Zip code 38759 in Merigold, MS has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 38759 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merigold.

Is Zip code 38759 a safe neighborhood in Merigold?

Zip code 38759 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 159), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merigold.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38759?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38759 is Robbery, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38759?

Zip code 38759 has a population of approximately 1,626. The median household income is $50,023. The median home value is $81,937. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38759 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38759's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Merigold, 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.