38948 Zip Code, Oakland

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oakland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 119 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 81
19% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38948 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 38948 in Oakland, MS has a safety grade of B+. 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 Oakland.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 44 (56% below avg)

38948 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
98 -2% Average
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
44 -56% Low
Vehicle Theft
69 -31% Low

38948 Crime Map

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38948 Demographics & Context

Population
2,440
Median Income
$51,472
Home Value
$70,160
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
20/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.5%
Graduate Degree 6.5%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.9%
Black 41.9%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38948, Oakland?

Zip code 38948 in Oakland, MS has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 38948 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oakland.

Is Zip code 38948 a safe neighborhood in Oakland?

Zip code 38948 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oakland, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 132), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oakland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38948?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38948 is Rape, with a crime index of 132 (32% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38948?

Zip code 38948 has a population of approximately 2,440. The median household income is $51,472. The median home value is $70,160. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38948 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38948's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within Oakland, 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.