37873 Zip Code, Surgoinsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Surgoinsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Surgoinsville zip codes

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Is 37873 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 37873 in Surgoinsville, TN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Surgoinsville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 56).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 56 (44% below avg)

37873 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
99 -1% Average
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
127 +27% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
143 +43% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
56 -44% Low
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

37873 Crime Map

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37873 Demographics & Context

Population
5,065
Median Income
$52,615
Home Value
$188,391
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
81/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%
Graduate Degree 2.5%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.2%
37873 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37873, Surgoinsville?

Zip code 37873 in Surgoinsville, TN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 37873 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Surgoinsville.

Is Zip code 37873 a safe neighborhood in Surgoinsville?

Zip code 37873 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Surgoinsville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 56). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Surgoinsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37873?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37873 is Burglary, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 37873?

Zip code 37873 has a population of approximately 5,065. The median household income is $52,615. The median home value is $188,391. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37873 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37873's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Surgoinsville, 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.