35616 Zip Code, Cherokee

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cherokee

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 130 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Cherokee zip codes

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Is 35616 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35616 in Cherokee, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cherokee.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 160 (60% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 13 (87% below avg)

35616 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
104 +4% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
58 -42% Low
Rape
92 -8% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
160 +60% High
Larceny / Theft
13 -87% Low
Vehicle Theft
42 -58% Low

35616 Crime Map

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35616 Demographics & Context

Population
3,767
Median Income
$47,136
Home Value
$141,077
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
17/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.8%
Graduate Degree 6%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.2%
Black 12.3%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.3%
35616 Crime Map
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Cherokee Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35616, Cherokee?

Zip code 35616 in Cherokee, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 35616 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cherokee.

Is Zip code 35616 a safe neighborhood in Cherokee?

Zip code 35616 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cherokee, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 160), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cherokee.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35616?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35616 is Burglary, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35616?

Zip code 35616 has a population of approximately 3,767. The median household income is $47,136. The median home value is $141,077. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35616 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35616's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Cherokee, 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.