39153 Zip Code, Raleigh

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Raleigh

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 39153 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 39153 in Raleigh, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Raleigh.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

39153 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
120 +20% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

39153 Crime Map

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39153 Demographics & Context

Population
4,150
Median Income
$49,496
Home Value
$78,789
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
24/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.3%
Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67.7%
Black 30.4%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39153, Raleigh?

Zip code 39153 in Raleigh, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 39153 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Raleigh.

Is Zip code 39153 a safe neighborhood in Raleigh?

Zip code 39153 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Raleigh, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 128), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Raleigh.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39153?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39153 is Rape, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39153?

Zip code 39153 has a population of approximately 4,150. The median household income is $49,496. The median home value is $78,789. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39153 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39153's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Raleigh, 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.