37861 Zip Code, Rutledge

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rutledge

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 131 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 37861 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 37861 in Rutledge, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rutledge.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 70 (30% below avg)

37861 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
138 +38% Moderate
Robbery
125 +25% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
70 -30% Low
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

37861 Crime Map

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37861 Demographics & Context

Population
8,776
Median Income
$47,550
Home Value
$309,033
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
81/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 6.1%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.6%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 5.6%
Asian 0.3%
37861 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37861, Rutledge?

Zip code 37861 in Rutledge, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 37861 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rutledge.

Is Zip code 37861 a safe neighborhood in Rutledge?

Zip code 37861 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rutledge, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rutledge.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37861?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37861 is Assault, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 37861?

Zip code 37861 has a population of approximately 8,776. The median household income is $47,550. The median home value is $309,033. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37861 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37861's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Rutledge, 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.