36728 Zip Code, Catherine

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Catherine

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 105
5% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 36728 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 36728 in Catherine, AL has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Catherine.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 65).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 65 (35% below avg)

36728 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
65 -35% Low
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
67 -33% Low
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

36728 Crime Map

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36728 Demographics & Context

Population
666
Median Income
$24,563
Home Value
$280,000
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.8%
Graduate Degree 0.4%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 12.7%
Black 86.2%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.1%
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Catherine Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36728, Catherine?

Zip code 36728 in Catherine, AL has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 36728 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Catherine.

Is Zip code 36728 a safe neighborhood in Catherine?

Zip code 36728 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Catherine, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 144), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 65). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Catherine.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36728?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36728 is Burglary, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36728?

Zip code 36728 has a population of approximately 666. The median household income is $24,563. The median home value is $280,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36728 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36728's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Catherine, 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.