29945 Zip Code, Yemassee

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Yemassee

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 138 / 300 High

Violent Crime 139

39% above national avg

Property Crime 111

11% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 29945 a Safe Zip Code?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Zip code 29945 in Yemassee, SC has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Yemassee.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 143 (43% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 87 (13% below avg)

29945 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Yemassee	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	87	-13%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate

29945 Crime Map

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29945 Demographics & Context

Population

5,173

Median Income

$36,354

Home Value

$287,750

Median Age

Pop. Density

26/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.3%

Graduate Degree 2.9%

Housing

79%

21%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 26.4%

Black 70%

Hispanic 2.1%

Asian 0.6%

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Yemassee Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 29945, Yemassee?

Zip code 29945 in Yemassee, SC has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average. Zip code 29945 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Yemassee.

Is Zip code 29945 a safe neighborhood in Yemassee?

Zip code 29945 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Rape (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Yemassee.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 29945?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 29945 is Rape, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 29945?

Zip code 29945 has a population of approximately 5,173. The median household income is $36,354. The median home value is $287,750. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 29945 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 29945's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Yemassee, 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.