29138 Zip Code, Saluda

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Saluda

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 124 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 29138 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 29138 in Saluda, SC has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Saluda.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 107).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 107 (7% above avg)

29138 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
115 +15% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

29138 Crime Map

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29138 Demographics & Context

Population
10,739
Median Income
$47,681
Home Value
$138,657
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
48/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.2%
Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 47.1%
Black 28.5%
Hispanic 25.8%
Asian 1.1%
29138 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29138, Saluda?

Zip code 29138 in Saluda, SC has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 29138 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Saluda.

Is Zip code 29138 a safe neighborhood in Saluda?

Zip code 29138 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Saluda, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 138), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 107). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Saluda.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29138?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29138 is Rape, 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 29138?

Zip code 29138 has a population of approximately 10,739. The median household income is $47,681. The median home value is $138,657. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29138 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29138's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Saluda, 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.