37688 Zip Code, Shady Valley

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shady Valley

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 163 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 68
32% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 37688 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 37688 in Shady Valley, TN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 163, which is 63% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shady Valley.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 23). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 23 (77% below avg)

37688 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
154 +54% High
Assault
151 +51% High
Robbery
23 -77% Low
Rape
81 -19% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
88 -12% Average
Larceny / Theft
26 -74% Low
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

37688 Crime Map

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37688 Demographics & Context

Population
1,010
Median Income
$43,550
Home Value
$98,770
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.9%
Graduate Degree 1.2%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.8%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.3%
37688 Crime Map
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Shady Valley Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37688, Shady Valley?

Zip code 37688 in Shady Valley, TN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 163, which is 63% above the national average. Zip code 37688 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shady Valley.

Is Zip code 37688 a safe neighborhood in Shady Valley?

Zip code 37688 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shady Valley, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 154), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 23). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shady Valley.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37688?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37688 is Murder, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 37688?

Zip code 37688 has a population of approximately 1,010. The median household income is $43,550. The median home value is $98,770. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37688 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37688's overall crime rate is 63% above the national average (index 163 vs 100). Within Shady Valley, 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.