38650 Zip Code, Myrtle

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Myrtle

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 140 / 300 High

Violent Crime 138

38% above national avg

Property Crime 111

11% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 38650 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38650 in Myrtle, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Myrtle.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 90). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 145 (45% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 90 (10% below avg)

38650 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Myrtle	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	142	+42%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	90	-10%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate

38650 Crime Map

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38650 Demographics & Context

Population

4,268

Median Income

$54,521

Home Value

$87,086

Median Age

Pop. Density

55/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.1%

Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

68%

32%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.2%

Black 12.3%

Hispanic 4.2%

Asian 0.3%

38650 Crime Map

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Myrtle Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38650, Myrtle?

Zip code 38650 in Myrtle, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 38650 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Myrtle.

Is Zip code 38650 a safe neighborhood in Myrtle?

Zip code 38650 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Myrtle, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 90). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Myrtle.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38650?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38650 is Murder, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38650?

Zip code 38650 has a population of approximately 4,268. The median household income is $54,521. The median home value is $87,086. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38650 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38650's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Myrtle, 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.