39662 Zip Code, Ruth

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ruth

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 66 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 101
1% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Ruth zip codes

Check a specific address

in Ruth

Is 39662 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 39662 in Ruth, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ruth.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 69).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 69 (31% below avg)

39662 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
92 -8% Average
Assault
69 -31% Low
Robbery
145 +45% Moderate
Rape
110 +10% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
87 -13% Average
Vehicle Theft
75 -25% Low

39662 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

39662 Demographics & Context

Population
1,579
Median Income
$55,065
Home Value
$68,984
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
34/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.9%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.5%
Black 10.3%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 0.5%
39662 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
Ruth Crime Statistics
View all Ruth neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39662, Ruth?

Zip code 39662 in Ruth, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average. Zip code 39662 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ruth.

Is Zip code 39662 a safe neighborhood in Ruth?

Zip code 39662 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ruth, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 145), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ruth.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39662?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39662 is Robbery, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39662?

Zip code 39662 has a population of approximately 1,579. The median household income is $55,065. The median home value is $68,984. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39662 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39662's overall crime rate is 34% below the national average (index 66 vs 100). Within Ruth, 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.