38670 Zip Code, Sledge

Crime Rate & Statistics

D+

Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sledge

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 160 / 300 High

Violent Crime 144

44% above national avg

Property Crime 114

14% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 38670 a Safe Zip Code?

No — crime is noticeably above average here. Zip code 38670 in Sledge, MS has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sledge.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 159 (59% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 73 (27% below avg)

38670 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sledge	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	159	+59%	N/A	High
Assault	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	73	-27%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate

38670 Crime Map

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38670 Demographics & Context

Population

1,131

Median Income

$35,932

Home Value

$39,908

Median Age

Pop. Density

12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.6%

Graduate Degree 0.5%

Housing

59%

41%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 15.7%

Black 82.4%

Hispanic 0.8%

Asian 0.1%

38670 Crime Map

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Sledge Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38670, Sledge?

Zip code 38670 in Sledge, MS has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average. Zip code 38670 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sledge.

Is Zip code 38670 a safe neighborhood in Sledge?

Zip code 38670 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Murder (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sledge.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38670?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38670 is Murder, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38670?

Zip code 38670 has a population of approximately 1,131. The median household income is $35,932. The median home value is $39,908. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38670 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38670's overall crime rate is 60% above the national average (index 160 vs 100). Within Sledge, 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.