38477 Zip Code, Prospect

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Prospect

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 68
32% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38477 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38477 in Prospect, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Prospect.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 33 (67% below avg)

38477 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
33 -67% Low
Vehicle Theft
34 -66% Low

38477 Crime Map

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38477 Demographics & Context

Population
3,157
Median Income
$58,447
Home Value
$255,742
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.2%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.6%
Black 7.9%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38477, Prospect?

Zip code 38477 in Prospect, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 38477 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Prospect.

Is Zip code 38477 a safe neighborhood in Prospect?

Zip code 38477 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Prospect, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Prospect.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38477?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38477 is Rape, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38477?

Zip code 38477 has a population of approximately 3,157. The median household income is $58,447. The median home value is $255,742. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38477 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38477's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Prospect, 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.