38947 Zip Code, North Carrollton

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in North Carrollton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 141 / 300 High
Violent Crime 175
75% above national avg
Property Crime 172
72% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38947 a Safe Zip Code?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Zip code 38947 in North Carrollton, MS has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 141, which is 41% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in North Carrollton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 188, 88% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 166).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 188 (88% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 166 (66% above avg)

38947 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
171 +71% High
Assault
166 +66% High
Robbery
188 +88% High
Rape
174 +74% High
Property Crime
Burglary
169 +69% High
Larceny / Theft
171 +71% High
Vehicle Theft
176 +76% High

38947 Crime Map

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38947 Demographics & Context

Population
6
Median Income
$29,552
Home Value
$48,544
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
108/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.1%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 53.3%
Black 43.6%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 0.3%
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North Carrollton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38947, North Carrollton?

Zip code 38947 in North Carrollton, MS has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 141, which is 41% above the national average. Zip code 38947 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in North Carrollton.

Is Zip code 38947 a safe neighborhood in North Carrollton?

Zip code 38947 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 188), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 166). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in North Carrollton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38947?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38947 is Robbery, with a crime index of 188 (88% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38947?

Zip code 38947 has a population of approximately 6. The median household income is $29,552. The median home value is $48,544. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38947 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38947's overall crime rate is 41% above the national average (index 141 vs 100). Within North Carrollton, 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.