39576 Zip Code, Waveland

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waveland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 153 / 300 High

Violent Crime 149

49% above national avg

Property Crime 155

55% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 39576 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 39576 in Waveland, MS has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 153, which is 53% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Waveland.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 179, 79% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 125).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 179 (79% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 125 (25% above avg)

39576 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Waveland	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	156	+56%	N/A	High
Assault	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	169	+69%	N/A	High
Rape	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	179	+79%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	161	+61%	N/A	High

39576 Crime Map

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39576 Demographics & Context

Population

5,043

Median Income

$46,267

Home Value

$141,850

Median Age

Pop. Density

747/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.2%

Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

61%

39%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 72%

Black 20.7%

Hispanic 4.1%

Asian 1.6%

39576 Crime Map

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Waveland Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39576, Waveland?

Zip code 39576 in Waveland, MS has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 153, which is 53% above the national average. Zip code 39576 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waveland.

Is Zip code 39576 a safe neighborhood in Waveland?

Zip code 39576 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waveland, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 179), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 125). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waveland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39576?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39576 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 179 (79% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 39576?

Zip code 39576 has a population of approximately 5,043. The median household income is $46,267. The median home value is $141,850. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39576 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39576's overall crime rate is 53% above the national average (index 153 vs 100). Within Waveland, 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.