36320 Zip Code, Cottonwood

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cottonwood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 76
24% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 36320 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36320 in Cottonwood, AL has a safety grade of A. 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 Cottonwood.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 8 (92% below avg)

36320 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
123 +23% Moderate
Robbery
82 -18% Average
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
145 +45% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
8 -92% Low
Vehicle Theft
75 -25% Low

36320 Crime Map

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36320 Demographics & Context

Population
4,357
Median Income
$53,761
Home Value
$130,991
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
70/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.7%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.5%
Black 11.9%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.5%
36320 Crime Map
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Cottonwood Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36320, Cottonwood?

Zip code 36320 in Cottonwood, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 36320 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cottonwood.

Is Zip code 36320 a safe neighborhood in Cottonwood?

Zip code 36320 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cottonwood, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cottonwood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36320?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36320 is Burglary, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36320?

Zip code 36320 has a population of approximately 4,357. The median household income is $53,761. The median home value is $130,991. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36320 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36320's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Cottonwood, 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.