39476 Zip Code, Richton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Richton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 107
7% above national avg
Property Crime 78
22% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 39476 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 39476 in Richton, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Richton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 49). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 49 (51% below avg)

39476 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
108 +8% Moderate
Rape
118 +18% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
49 -51% Low
Vehicle Theft
59 -41% Low

39476 Crime Map

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39476 Demographics & Context

Population
8,767
Median Income
$54,349
Home Value
$84,318
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
22/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.2%
Black 12.5%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39476, Richton?

Zip code 39476 in Richton, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. Zip code 39476 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Richton.

Is Zip code 39476 a safe neighborhood in Richton?

Zip code 39476 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Richton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 127), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 49). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Richton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39476?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39476 is Burglary, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39476?

Zip code 39476 has a population of approximately 8,767. The median household income is $54,349. The median home value is $84,318. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39476 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39476's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Richton, 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.