38655 Zip Code, Oxford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oxford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 104 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38655 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 38655 in Oxford, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oxford.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 103 (3% above avg)

38655 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
105 +5% Moderate
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
103 +3% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
115 +15% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
117 +17% Moderate

38655 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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38655 Demographics & Context

Population
43,038
Median Income
$60,035
Home Value
$194,781
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
108/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.3%
Graduate Degree 21.6%

Housing

52%
48%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68%
Black 26.7%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 2.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38655, Oxford?

Zip code 38655 in Oxford, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 38655 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oxford.

Is Zip code 38655 a safe neighborhood in Oxford?

Zip code 38655 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oxford, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 128), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oxford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38655?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38655 is Robbery, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38655?

Zip code 38655 has a population of approximately 43,038. The median household income is $60,035. The median home value is $194,781. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38655 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38655's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Oxford, 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.