38868 Zip Code, Shannon

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shannon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 137 / 300 High

Violent Crime 145

45% above national avg

Property Crime 134

34% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 38868 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 38868 in Shannon, MS has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shannon.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 169 (69% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 111 (11% above avg)

38868 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Shannon	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	167	+67%	N/A	High
Rape	155	+55%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	169	+69%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate

38868 Crime Map

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38868 Demographics & Context

Population

5,466

Median Income

$48,838

Home Value

$76,770

Median Age

Pop. Density

74/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.7%

Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

71%

29%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.9%

Black 45.5%

Hispanic 1.9%

Asian 0.2%

38868 Crime Map

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Shannon Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38868, Shannon?

Zip code 38868 in Shannon, MS has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 38868 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shannon.

Is Zip code 38868 a safe neighborhood in Shannon?

Zip code 38868 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shannon, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 169), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shannon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38868?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38868 is Burglary, with a crime index of 169 (69% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38868?

Zip code 38868 has a population of approximately 5,466. The median household income is $48,838. The median home value is $76,770. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38868 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38868's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Shannon, 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.