31082 Zip Code, Sandersville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandersville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 126 / 300 High

Violent Crime 126

26% above national avg

Property Crime 124

24% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 31082 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 31082 in Sandersville, GA has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandersville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 134 (34% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 114 (14% above avg)

31082 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sandersville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate

31082 Crime Map

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31082 Demographics & Context

Population

10,175

Median Income

$44,571

Home Value

$138,569

Median Age

Pop. Density

44/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.1%

Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

62%

38%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 38.4%

Black 58.5%

Hispanic 1.9%

Asian 0.9%

31082 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 31082, Sandersville?

Zip code 31082 in Sandersville, GA has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 31082 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sandersville.

Is Zip code 31082 a safe neighborhood in Sandersville?

Zip code 31082 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sandersville, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 134), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sandersville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 31082?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 31082 is Rape, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 31082?

Zip code 31082 has a population of approximately 10,175. The median household income is $44,571. The median home value is $138,569. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 31082 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 31082's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Sandersville, 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.