38949 Zip Code, Paris

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Paris

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 100
0% below national avg
Property Crime 59
41% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38949 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 38949 in Paris, MS has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Paris.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 9 (91% below avg)

38949 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
53 -47% Low
Robbery
127 +27% Moderate
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
99 -1% Average
Larceny / Theft
68 -32% Low
Vehicle Theft
9 -91% Low

38949 Crime Map

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38949 Demographics & Context

Population
222
Median Income
$54,703
Home Value
$75,893
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
21/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.3%
Graduate Degree 9.5%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95%
Black 2.9%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38949, Paris?

Zip code 38949 in Paris, MS has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 38949 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Paris.

Is Zip code 38949 a safe neighborhood in Paris?

Zip code 38949 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Paris, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 127), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Paris.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38949?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38949 is Robbery, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38949?

Zip code 38949 has a population of approximately 222. The median household income is $54,703. The median home value is $75,893. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38949 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38949's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Paris, 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.