Question 1

Is 72927 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72927 in Booneville has a crime score of 65/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Booneville city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 72927 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 72927?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72927 has a school score of 58/100, based on NCES EdFacts proficiency data. Schools in and near 72927 perform below state averages on math and reading assessments — proficiency rates trail both the Booneville district median and the national baseline. For families prioritizing school quality, comparing individual school ratings in the Full School Report and reviewing each school's state report card before making location decisions is strongly recommended. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts data.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 72927?

Accepted Answer

The typical home value in 72927 is approximately $157K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. ZHVI reflects the 35th–65th percentile price range, not a simple median. This places 72927 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 72927 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 72927 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 72927 has an overall NeighborScore of 61/100, placing it in the moderate range for Booneville. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 61/100, 72927 scores similarly to the middle tier of Booneville neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
BOONEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	791	46%	30%
BOONEVILLE JR HIGH SCHOOL	07–09	299	42%	40%
BOONEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL	10–12	265	17%	27%

— ZIP 72927

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