36528 Zip Code, Dauphin Island

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dauphin Island

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 196 / 300 High
Violent Crime 147
47% above national avg
Property Crime 77
23% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Dauphin Island zip codes

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Is 36528 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 36528 in Dauphin Island, AL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 196, which is 96% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dauphin Island.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 196, 96% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 11). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 196 (96% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 11 (89% below avg)

36528 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
196 +96% High
Robbery
154 +54% High
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
191 +91% High
Larceny / Theft
28 -72% Low
Vehicle Theft
11 -89% Low

36528 Crime Map

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36528 Demographics & Context

Population
1,170
Median Income
$77,499
Home Value
$454,038
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
36/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.3%
Graduate Degree 13.3%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.7%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.2%
36528 Crime Map
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Dauphin Island Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36528, Dauphin Island?

Zip code 36528 in Dauphin Island, AL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 196, which is 96% above the national average. Zip code 36528 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dauphin Island.

Is Zip code 36528 a safe neighborhood in Dauphin Island?

Zip code 36528 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dauphin Island, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 196), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 11). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dauphin Island.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36528?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36528 is Assault, with a crime index of 196 (96% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36528?

Zip code 36528 has a population of approximately 1,170. The median household income is $77,499. The median home value is $454,038. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36528 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36528's overall crime rate is 96% above the national average (index 196 vs 100). Within Dauphin Island, 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.