38953 Zip Code, Scobey

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Scobey

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38953 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 38953 in Scobey, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Scobey.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 84). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 84 (16% below avg)

38953 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
143 +43% Moderate
Assault
114 +14% Moderate
Robbery
148 +48% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
138 +38% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
84 -16% Average
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

38953 Crime Map

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38953 Demographics & Context

Population
628
Median Income
$55,645
Home Value
$65,152
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.9%
Graduate Degree 6%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.3%
Black 29.7%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.3%
38953 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38953, Scobey?

Zip code 38953 in Scobey, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 38953 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Scobey.

Is Zip code 38953 a safe neighborhood in Scobey?

Zip code 38953 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Scobey, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 148), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 84). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Scobey.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38953?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38953 is Robbery, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38953?

Zip code 38953 has a population of approximately 628. The median household income is $55,645. The median home value is $65,152. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38953 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38953's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Scobey, 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.