36256 Zip Code, Daviston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Daviston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 96 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 36256 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36256 in Daviston, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Daviston.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 53). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 53 (47% below avg)

36256 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
98 -2% Average
Assault
93 -7% Average
Robbery
154 +54% High
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
159 +59% High
Larceny / Theft
53 -47% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

36256 Crime Map

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36256 Demographics & Context

Population
1,250
Median Income
$48,004
Home Value
$187,160
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.5%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.8%
Black 16.6%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.3%
36256 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36256, Daviston?

Zip code 36256 in Daviston, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. Zip code 36256 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Daviston.

Is Zip code 36256 a safe neighborhood in Daviston?

Zip code 36256 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Daviston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 53). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Daviston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36256?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36256 is Burglary, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36256?

Zip code 36256 has a population of approximately 1,250. The median household income is $48,004. The median home value is $187,160. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36256 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36256's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average (index 96 vs 100). Within Daviston, 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.