38859 Zip Code, New Site

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in New Site

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 119 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 68
32% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38859 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 38859 in New Site, MS has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in New Site.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

38859 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
86 -14% Average
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
108 +8% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
155 +55% High
Larceny / Theft
21 -79% Low
Vehicle Theft
29 -71% Low

38859 Crime Map

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38859 Demographics & Context

Population
892
Median Income
$49,799
Home Value
$61,192
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 0.3%
Graduate Degree 2.9%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.8%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.4%
38859 Crime Map
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New Site Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38859, New Site?

Zip code 38859 in New Site, MS has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 38859 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in New Site.

Is Zip code 38859 a safe neighborhood in New Site?

Zip code 38859 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in New Site, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 155), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in New Site.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38859?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38859 is Burglary, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38859?

Zip code 38859 has a population of approximately 892. The median household income is $49,799. The median home value is $61,192. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38859 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38859's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within New Site, 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.