39478 Zip Code, Sandy Hook

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandy Hook

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 141 / 300 High

Violent Crime 122

22% above national avg

Property Crime 85

15% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 39478 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 39478 in Sandy Hook, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 141, which is 41% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandy Hook.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 159 (59% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 33 (67% below avg)

39478 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sandy Hook	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	100	0%	N/A	Average
Robbery	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	159	+59%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	33	-67%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	64	-36%	N/A	Low

39478 Crime Map

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39478 Demographics & Context

Population

1,677

Median Income

$46,353

Home Value

$71,946

Median Age

Pop. Density

24/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.4%

Graduate Degree 6.5%

Housing

81%

19%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.9%

Black 29.8%

Hispanic 3.6%

Asian 0.2%

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Sandy Hook Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39478, Sandy Hook?

Zip code 39478 in Sandy Hook, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 141, which is 41% above the national average. Zip code 39478 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sandy Hook.

Is Zip code 39478 a safe neighborhood in Sandy Hook?

Zip code 39478 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sandy Hook, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sandy Hook.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39478?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39478 is Burglary, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39478?

Zip code 39478 has a population of approximately 1,677. The median household income is $46,353. The median home value is $71,946. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39478 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39478's overall crime rate is 41% above the national average (index 141 vs 100). Within Sandy Hook, 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.