38762 Zip Code, Mound Bayou

Crime Rate & Statistics

D

High crime area — significantly above-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mound Bayou

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 162 / 300 High
Violent Crime 166
66% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38762 a Safe Zip Code?

No — this is a high-crime area. Zip code 38762 in Mound Bayou, MS has a safety grade of D. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mound Bayou.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 172, 72% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 101). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 172 (72% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 101 (1% above avg)

38762 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
162 +62% High
Assault
159 +59% High
Robbery
171 +71% High
Rape
172 +72% High
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
101 +1% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
138 +38% Moderate

38762 Crime Map

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38762 Demographics & Context

Population
2,521
Median Income
$36,776
Home Value
$60,963
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
40/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.9%
Graduate Degree 9.6%

Housing

45%
55%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 6.3%
Black 92.8%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.3%
38762 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38762, Mound Bayou?

Zip code 38762 in Mound Bayou, MS has a crime safety grade of D as of 2026. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average. Zip code 38762 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mound Bayou.

Is Zip code 38762 a safe neighborhood in Mound Bayou?

Zip code 38762 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 172), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mound Bayou.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38762?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38762 is Rape, with a crime index of 172 (72% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38762?

Zip code 38762 has a population of approximately 2,521. The median household income is $36,776. The median home value is $60,963. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38762 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38762's overall crime rate is 62% above the national average (index 162 vs 100). Within Mound Bayou, 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.