38869 Zip Code, Sherman

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sherman

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 128 / 300 High

Violent Crime 139

39% above national avg

Property Crime 117

17% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 38869 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 38869 in Sherman, MS has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sherman.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 161, 61% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 161 (61% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 52 (48% below avg)

38869 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sherman	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	161	+61%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	152	+52%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	52	-48%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate

38869 Crime Map

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38869 Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$62,308

Home Value

$127,160

Median Age

Pop. Density

89/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.2%

Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

66%

34%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.7%

Black 16.9%

Hispanic 2.9%

Asian 0.3%

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Sherman Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38869, Sherman?

Zip code 38869 in Sherman, MS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 38869 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sherman.

Is Zip code 38869 a safe neighborhood in Sherman?

Zip code 38869 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sherman, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 161), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sherman.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38869?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38869 is Rape, with a crime index of 161 (61% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38869?

Zip code 38869 has a population of approximately 24. The median household income is $62,308. The median home value is $127,160. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38869 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38869's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Sherman, 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.