38242 Zip Code, Paris

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Paris

Summary: 38242 (Paris, TN) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 38242 in Paris, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Paris.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 12, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38242 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38242 in Paris, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Paris.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 129 (29% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 97 (3% below avg)

38242 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
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
113 +13% Moderate
Robbery
97 -3% Average
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
113 +13% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
127 +27% Moderate

38242 Crime Map

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38242 Demographics & Context

Population
20,222
Median Income
$49,438
Home Value
$181,677
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
112/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 7.6%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.3%
Black 14.1%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38242, Paris?

Zip code 38242 in Paris, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 38242 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Paris.

Is Zip code 38242 a safe neighborhood in Paris?

Zip code 38242 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Paris, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 129), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Paris.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38242?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38242 is Rape, with a crime index of 129 (29% 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 38242?

Zip code 38242 has a population of approximately 20,222. The median household income is $49,438. The median home value is $181,677. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38242 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38242's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 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 May 2026.