37879 Zip Code, Tazewell

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Tazewell

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 143 / 300 High

Violent Crime 144

44% above national avg

Property Crime 133

33% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

Tazewell zip codes

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Is 37879 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 37879 in Tazewell, TN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tazewell.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 128).

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 147 (47% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 128 (28% above avg)

37879 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Tazewell	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate

37879 Crime Map

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37879 Demographics & Context

Population

11,402

Median Income

$41,653

Home Value

$178,235

Median Age

Pop. Density

64/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.8%

Graduate Degree 7.8%

Housing

68%

32%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.6%

Black 1.3%

Hispanic 0.8%

Asian 0.4%

37879 Crime Map

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Tazewell Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37879, Tazewell?

Zip code 37879 in Tazewell, TN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average. Zip code 37879 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Tazewell.

Is Zip code 37879 a safe neighborhood in Tazewell?

Zip code 37879 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Tazewell, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 128). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Tazewell.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37879?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37879 is Murder, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 37879?

Zip code 37879 has a population of approximately 11,402. The median household income is $41,653. The median home value is $178,235. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37879 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37879's overall crime rate is 43% above the national average (index 143 vs 100). Within Tazewell, 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.