32431 Zip Code, Cottondale

Last updated: September 20, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottondale

Summary: 32431 (Cottondale, FL) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 32431 in Cottondale, FL has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottondale.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: September 20, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 142 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 32431 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 32431 in Cottondale, FL has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above 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: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 110 (10% above avg)

32431 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
149 +49% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
118 +18% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
110 +10% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

32431 Crime Map

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32431 Demographics & Context

Population
4,905
Median Income
$44,563
Home Value
$152,165
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
44/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.1%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.7%
Black 21.7%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 32431, Cottondale?

Zip code 32431 in Cottondale, FL has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average. Zip code 32431 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cottondale.

Is Zip code 32431 a safe neighborhood in Cottondale?

Zip code 32431 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cottondale, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cottondale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 32431?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 32431 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 32431?

Zip code 32431 has a population of approximately 4,905. The median household income is $44,563. The median home value is $152,165. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 32431 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 32431's overall crime rate is 42% above the national average (index 142 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 September 2026.