38858 Zip Code, Nettleton

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Nettleton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 135 / 300 High

Violent Crime 143

43% above national avg

Property Crime 117

17% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 38858 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 38858 in Nettleton, MS has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Nettleton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 162, 62% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 96). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 162 (62% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 96 (4% below avg)

38858 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Nettleton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	162	+62%	N/A	High
Rape	155	+55%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	96	-4%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate

38858 Crime Map

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38858 Demographics & Context

Population

7,291

Median Income

$48,046

Home Value

$76,771

Median Age

Pop. Density

54/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.5%

Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

72%

28%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.2%

Black 27.5%

Hispanic 1.2%

Asian 0.3%

38858 Crime Map

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Nettleton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38858, Nettleton?

Zip code 38858 in Nettleton, MS has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 38858 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Nettleton.

Is Zip code 38858 a safe neighborhood in Nettleton?

Zip code 38858 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Nettleton, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 162), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Nettleton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38858?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38858 is Robbery, with a crime index of 162 (62% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38858?

Zip code 38858 has a population of approximately 7,291. The median household income is $48,046. The median home value is $76,771. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38858 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38858's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Nettleton, 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.