38778 Zip Code, Sunflower

Crime Rate & Statistics

C-

Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunflower

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 165 / 300 High

Violent Crime 157

57% above national avg

Property Crime 153

53% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 38778 a Safe Zip Code?

Not really — crime is above the national average. Zip code 38778 in Sunflower, MS has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 165, which is 65% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunflower.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 135).

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 173 (73% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 135 (35% above avg)

38778 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sunflower	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	173	+73%	N/A	High
Assault	155	+55%	N/A	High
Robbery	155	+55%	N/A	High
Rape	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	166	+66%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	158	+58%	N/A	High

38778 Crime Map

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38778 Demographics & Context

Population

1,400

Median Income

$36,918

Home Value

$81,118

Median Age

Pop. Density

19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.4%

Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

50%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 23.7%

Black 72.7%

Hispanic 4.6%

Asian 0.1%

38778 Crime Map

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Sunflower Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38778, Sunflower?

Zip code 38778 in Sunflower, MS has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 165, which is 65% above the national average. Zip code 38778 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sunflower.

Is Zip code 38778 a safe neighborhood in Sunflower?

Zip code 38778 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Murder (index: 173), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 135). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sunflower.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38778?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38778 is Murder, with a crime index of 173 (73% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38778?

Zip code 38778 has a population of approximately 1,400. The median household income is $36,918. The median home value is $81,118. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38778 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38778's overall crime rate is 65% above the national average (index 165 vs 100). Within Sunflower, 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.