39573 Zip Code, Perkinston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Perkinston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 39573 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 39573 in Perkinston, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Perkinston.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 66 (34% below avg)

39573 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
92 -8% Average
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
66 -34% Low
Vehicle Theft
66 -34% Low

39573 Crime Map

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39573 Demographics & Context

Population
13,899
Median Income
$63,098
Home Value
$73,496
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
34/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.3%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.3%
Black 8.3%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39573, Perkinston?

Zip code 39573 in Perkinston, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 39573 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Perkinston.

Is Zip code 39573 a safe neighborhood in Perkinston?

Zip code 39573 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Perkinston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Perkinston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39573?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39573 is Burglary, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39573?

Zip code 39573 has a population of approximately 13,899. The median household income is $63,098. The median home value is $73,496. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39573 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39573's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Perkinston, 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.