39479 Zip Code, Seminary

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Seminary

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 39479 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 39479 in Seminary, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Seminary.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 61 (39% below avg)

39479 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
138 +38% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
61 -39% Low
Vehicle Theft
66 -34% Low

39479 Crime Map

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39479 Demographics & Context

Population
5,353
Median Income
$62,189
Home Value
$79,707
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
43/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.2%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87%
Black 10.4%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.3%
39479 Crime Map
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Seminary Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39479, Seminary?

Zip code 39479 in Seminary, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 39479 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Seminary.

Is Zip code 39479 a safe neighborhood in Seminary?

Zip code 39479 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Seminary, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Seminary.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39479?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39479 is Burglary, 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 39479?

Zip code 39479 has a population of approximately 5,353. The median household income is $62,189. The median home value is $79,707. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39479 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39479's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Seminary, 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.