39157 Zip Code, Ridgeland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ridgeland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 96
4% below national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 39157 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 39157 in Ridgeland, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ridgeland.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 28). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 28 (72% below avg)

39157 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
28 -72% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
145 +45% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

39157 Crime Map

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39157 Demographics & Context

Population
27,925
Median Income
$84,378
Home Value
$200,451
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
863/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.9%
Graduate Degree 23%

Housing

50%
50%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 54.3%
Black 36%
Hispanic 4.8%
Asian 5.4%
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Ridgeland Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39157, Ridgeland?

Zip code 39157 in Ridgeland, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 39157 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ridgeland.

Is Zip code 39157 a safe neighborhood in Ridgeland?

Zip code 39157 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ridgeland, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 145), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ridgeland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39157?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39157 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39157?

Zip code 39157 has a population of approximately 27,925. The median household income is $84,378. The median home value is $200,451. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39157 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39157's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Ridgeland, 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.