38683 Zip Code, Walnut

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Walnut

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38683 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38683 in Walnut, MS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Walnut.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

38683 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
146 +46% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
114 +14% Moderate

38683 Crime Map

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38683 Demographics & Context

Population
5,558
Median Income
$40,080
Home Value
$68,936
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
40/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.2%
Graduate Degree 2.3%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.2%
Black 9.4%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 0.2%
38683 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38683, Walnut?

Zip code 38683 in Walnut, MS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 38683 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Walnut.

Is Zip code 38683 a safe neighborhood in Walnut?

Zip code 38683 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Walnut, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Walnut.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38683?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38683 is Burglary, 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 38683?

Zip code 38683 has a population of approximately 5,558. The median household income is $40,080. The median home value is $68,936. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38683 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38683's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Walnut, 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.