36321 Zip Code, Cowarts

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cowarts

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 94 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 36321 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36321 in Cowarts, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cowarts.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 161, 61% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 31).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 161 (61% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 31 (69% below avg)

36321 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
71 -29% Low
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
161 +61% High
Larceny / Theft
31 -69% Low
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

36321 Crime Map

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36321 Demographics & Context

Population
1,105
Median Income
$52,718
Home Value
$148,863
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
211/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.6%
Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.1%
Black 16%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.1%
36321 Crime Map
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Cowarts Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36321, Cowarts?

Zip code 36321 in Cowarts, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average. Zip code 36321 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cowarts.

Is Zip code 36321 a safe neighborhood in Cowarts?

Zip code 36321 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cowarts, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 161), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 31). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cowarts.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36321?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36321 is Burglary, with a crime index of 161 (61% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36321?

Zip code 36321 has a population of approximately 1,105. The median household income is $52,718. The median home value is $148,863. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36321 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36321's overall crime rate is 6% below the national average (index 94 vs 100). Within Cowarts, 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.