35453 Zip Code, Cottondale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottondale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 76 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 75
25% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Cottondale zip codes

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Is 35453 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35453 in Cottondale, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottondale.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 29).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 29 (71% below avg)

35453 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
87 -13% Average
Assault
68 -32% Low
Robbery
97 -3% Average
Rape
98 -2% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
29 -71% Low
Vehicle Theft
52 -48% Low

35453 Crime Map

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35453 Demographics & Context

Population
12,878
Median Income
$76,889
Home Value
$202,503
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
135/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14%
Graduate Degree 9.2%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.1%
Black 16.6%
Hispanic 4.7%
Asian 0.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35453, Cottondale?

Zip code 35453 in Cottondale, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average. Zip code 35453 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cottondale.

Is Zip code 35453 a safe neighborhood in Cottondale?

Zip code 35453 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cottondale, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cottondale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35453?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35453 is Burglary, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35453?

Zip code 35453 has a population of approximately 12,878. The median household income is $76,889. The median home value is $202,503. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35453 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35453's overall crime rate is 24% below the national average (index 76 vs 100). Within Cottondale, 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.