38369 Zip Code, Rutherford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rutherford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 145
45% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Rutherford zip codes

Check a specific address

in Rutherford

Is 38369 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38369 in Rutherford, TN 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 Rutherford.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 106). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 166 (66% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 106 (6% above avg)

38369 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
150 +50% Moderate
Rape
166 +66% High
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
106 +6% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

38369 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

38369 Demographics & Context

Population
1,891
Median Income
$50,671
Home Value
$97,658
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
49/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.7%
Black 14.4%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 0.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38369, Rutherford?

Zip code 38369 in Rutherford, TN 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 38369 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rutherford.

Is Zip code 38369 a safe neighborhood in Rutherford?

Zip code 38369 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rutherford, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 166), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 106). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rutherford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38369?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38369 is Rape, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38369?

Zip code 38369 has a population of approximately 1,891. The median household income is $50,671. The median home value is $97,658. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38369 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38369's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Rutherford, 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.