37882 Zip Code, Townsend

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Townsend

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 186 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Townsend zip codes

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Is 37882 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 37882 in Townsend, TN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 186, which is 86% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Townsend.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 188, 88% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 36). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 188 (88% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 36 (64% below avg)

37882 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
188 +88% High
Robbery
72 -28% Low
Rape
92 -8% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
179 +79% High
Larceny / Theft
36 -64% Low
Vehicle Theft
48 -52% Low

37882 Crime Map

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37882 Demographics & Context

Population
2,951
Median Income
$58,701
Home Value
$444,761
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.8%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.3%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 1%
37882 Crime Map
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Townsend Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37882, Townsend?

Zip code 37882 in Townsend, TN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 186, which is 86% above the national average. Zip code 37882 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Townsend.

Is Zip code 37882 a safe neighborhood in Townsend?

Zip code 37882 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Townsend, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 188), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 36). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Townsend.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37882?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37882 is Assault, with a crime index of 188 (88% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 37882?

Zip code 37882 has a population of approximately 2,951. The median household income is $58,701. The median home value is $444,761. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37882 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37882's overall crime rate is 86% above the national average (index 186 vs 100). Within Townsend, 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.