Located in Merigold, Mississippi, the zip code 38759 has a higher than average crime rate. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in this area is 30, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. Additionally, the property crime rate in 38759 is 37.7, also above the national average of 35.4. This means that residents of this zip code are at a higher risk for experiencing both violent and property crimes compared to the rest of the United States. The context provided highlights the severity of the crime in this area, making it a concerning issue for both residents and law enforcement. It is important for the community to work together to address and reduce these crime rates and ensure the safety of its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Merigold (zip 38759) violent crime is 30.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Merigold (zip 38759) property crime is 37.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Merigold, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Shelby, Mississippi. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Shelby, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.