39577 Zip Code, Wiggins

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wiggins

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 131 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 136
36% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 39577 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 39577 in Wiggins, MS has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wiggins.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 126).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 126 (26% above avg)

39577 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
142 +42% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
138 +38% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
136 +36% Moderate

39577 Crime Map

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39577 Demographics & Context

Population
9,031
Median Income
$52,921
Home Value
$84,409
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9%
Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.8%
Black 26.4%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 39577, Wiggins?

Zip code 39577 in Wiggins, MS has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 39577 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wiggins.

Is Zip code 39577 a safe neighborhood in Wiggins?

Zip code 39577 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wiggins, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 142), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 126). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wiggins.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 39577?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 39577 is Rape, with a crime index of 142 (42% 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 39577?

Zip code 39577 has a population of approximately 9,031. The median household income is $52,921. The median home value is $84,409. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 39577 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 39577's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Wiggins, 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.