35040 Zip Code, Calera

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Calera

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 35040 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 35040 in Calera, AL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Calera.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 69).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 69 (31% below avg)

35040 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
136 +36% Moderate
Assault
109 +9% Moderate
Robbery
89 -11% Average
Rape
120 +20% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
69 -31% Low
Vehicle Theft
117 +17% Moderate

35040 Crime Map

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35040 Demographics & Context

Population
14,337
Median Income
$78,039
Home Value
$216,334
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
168/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.8%
Graduate Degree 9.1%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69%
Black 21.3%
Hispanic 10.5%
Asian 0.7%
35040 Crime Map
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Calera Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35040, Calera?

Zip code 35040 in Calera, AL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 35040 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Calera.

Is Zip code 35040 a safe neighborhood in Calera?

Zip code 35040 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Calera, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Calera.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35040?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35040 is Murder, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35040?

Zip code 35040 has a population of approximately 14,337. The median household income is $78,039. The median home value is $216,334. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35040 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35040's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Calera, 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.