36426 Zip Code, Brewton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brewton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 36426 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 36426 in Brewton, AL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brewton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 105 (5% above avg)

36426 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
126 +26% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
105 +5% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

36426 Crime Map

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36426 Demographics & Context

Population
16,178
Median Income
$47,390
Home Value
$159,984
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.7%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.9%
Black 28.4%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.4%
36426 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36426, Brewton?

Zip code 36426 in Brewton, AL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 36426 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brewton.

Is Zip code 36426 a safe neighborhood in Brewton?

Zip code 36426 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brewton, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 126), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brewton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36426?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36426 is Burglary, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36426?

Zip code 36426 has a population of approximately 16,178. The median household income is $47,390. The median home value is $159,984. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36426 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36426's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Brewton, 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.