37891 Zip Code, Whitesburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Whitesburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 37891 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 37891 in Whitesburg, TN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Whitesburg.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). 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 52 (48% below avg)

37891 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
97 -3% Average
Robbery
140 +40% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
52 -48% Low
Vehicle Theft
72 -28% Low

37891 Crime Map

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37891 Demographics & Context

Population
3,861
Median Income
$48,641
Home Value
$195,019
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
115/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.2%
Graduate Degree 2.9%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.2%
37891 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37891, Whitesburg?

Zip code 37891 in Whitesburg, TN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 37891 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Whitesburg.

Is Zip code 37891 a safe neighborhood in Whitesburg?

Zip code 37891 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Whitesburg, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 147), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Whitesburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37891?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37891 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 37891?

Zip code 37891 has a population of approximately 3,861. The median household income is $48,641. The median home value is $195,019. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37891 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37891's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Whitesburg, 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.