38659 Zip Code, Potts Camp

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Potts Camp

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 125 / 300 High

Violent Crime 134

34% above national avg

Property Crime 132

32% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 38659 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 38659 in Potts Camp, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Potts Camp.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 109).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 166 (66% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 109 (9% above avg)

38659 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Potts Camp	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	165	+65%	N/A	High
Rape	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	166	+66%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate

38659 Crime Map

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38659 Demographics & Context

Population

1,938

Median Income

$49,936

Home Value

$146,633

Median Age

Pop. Density

18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%

Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

82%

18%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67.4%

Black 29.4%

Hispanic 2.3%

Asian 0.1%

38659 Crime Map

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Potts Camp Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38659, Potts Camp?

Zip code 38659 in Potts Camp, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 38659 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Potts Camp.

Is Zip code 38659 a safe neighborhood in Potts Camp?

Zip code 38659 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Potts Camp, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 166), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Potts Camp.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38659?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38659 is Burglary, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38659?

Zip code 38659 has a population of approximately 1,938. The median household income is $49,936. The median home value is $146,633. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38659 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38659's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Potts Camp, 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.