38870 Zip Code, Smithville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Smithville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38870 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38870 in Smithville, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Smithville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 64 (36% below avg)

38870 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
113 +13% Moderate
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
83 -17% Average

38870 Crime Map

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38870 Demographics & Context

Population
2,507
Median Income
$69,191
Home Value
$95,254
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
38/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.6%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.4%
Black 7.1%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38870, Smithville?

Zip code 38870 in Smithville, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 38870 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Smithville.

Is Zip code 38870 a safe neighborhood in Smithville?

Zip code 38870 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Smithville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Smithville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38870?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38870 is Robbery, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38870?

Zip code 38870 has a population of approximately 2,507. The median household income is $69,191. The median home value is $95,254. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38870 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38870's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Smithville, 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.