39465 Zip Code, Petal

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Petal

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 79 / 300 High
Violent Crime 89
11% below national avg
Property Crime 86
14% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Petal zip codes

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Is 39465 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 39465 in Petal, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Petal.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 104, 4% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 68).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 104 (4% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 68 (32% below avg)

39465 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
86 -14% Average
Assault
68 -32% Low
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
104 +4% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
102 +2% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

39465 Crime Map

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39465 Demographics & Context

Population
20,844
Median Income
$68,345
Home Value
$139,118
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
154/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.8%
Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.3%
Black 12.5%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39465, Petal?

Zip code 39465 in Petal, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average. Zip code 39465 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Petal.

Is Zip code 39465 a safe neighborhood in Petal?

Zip code 39465 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Petal, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 104), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 68). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Petal.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39465?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39465 is Rape, with a crime index of 104 (4% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39465?

Zip code 39465 has a population of approximately 20,844. The median household income is $68,345. The median home value is $139,118. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39465 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39465's overall crime rate is 21% below the national average (index 79 vs 100). Within Petal, 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.