39769 Zip Code, Sturgis

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sturgis

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 139 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 39769 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 39769 in Sturgis, MS has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sturgis.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while vehicle 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
Burglary · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 73 (27% below avg)

39769 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
97 -3% Average
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
146 +46% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
78 -22% Low
Vehicle Theft
73 -27% Low

39769 Crime Map

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39769 Demographics & Context

Population
2,182
Median Income
$54,489
Home Value
$90,243
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69.3%
Black 29.1%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.2%
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Sturgis Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39769, Sturgis?

Zip code 39769 in Sturgis, MS has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average. Zip code 39769 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sturgis.

Is Zip code 39769 a safe neighborhood in Sturgis?

Zip code 39769 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sturgis, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 146), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sturgis.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39769?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39769 is Burglary, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39769?

Zip code 39769 has a population of approximately 2,182. The median household income is $54,489. The median home value is $90,243. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39769 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39769's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average (index 139 vs 100). Within Sturgis, 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.