37874 Zip Code, Sweetwater

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sweetwater

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 37874 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 37874 in Sweetwater, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sweetwater.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 112).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 112 (12% above avg)

37874 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
123 +23% Moderate

37874 Crime Map

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37874 Demographics & Context

Population
15,215
Median Income
$49,742
Home Value
$224,198
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
150/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.1%
Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.6%
Black 4.9%
Hispanic 5.2%
Asian 0.7%
37874 Crime Map
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Sweetwater Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37874, Sweetwater?

Zip code 37874 in Sweetwater, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 37874 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sweetwater.

Is Zip code 37874 a safe neighborhood in Sweetwater?

Zip code 37874 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sweetwater, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 140), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 112). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sweetwater.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37874?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37874 is Rape, with a crime index of 140 (40% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 37874?

Zip code 37874 has a population of approximately 15,215. The median household income is $49,742. The median home value is $224,198. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37874 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37874's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Sweetwater, 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.