35461 Zip Code, Ethelsville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ethelsville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 79
21% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 35461 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 35461 in Ethelsville, AL has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ethelsville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 166 (66% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 28 (72% below avg)

35461 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
166 +66% High
Larceny / Theft
44 -56% Low
Vehicle Theft
28 -72% Low

35461 Crime Map

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35461 Demographics & Context

Population
1,664
Median Income
$42,646
Home Value
$165,655
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.8%
Graduate Degree 0.9%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 58.3%
Black 40.5%
Hispanic 0.3%
Asian 0.3%
35461 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35461, Ethelsville?

Zip code 35461 in Ethelsville, AL has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average. Zip code 35461 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ethelsville.

Is Zip code 35461 a safe neighborhood in Ethelsville?

Zip code 35461 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ethelsville, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 166), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ethelsville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35461?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35461 is Burglary, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35461?

Zip code 35461 has a population of approximately 1,664. The median household income is $42,646. The median home value is $165,655. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35461 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35461's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Ethelsville, 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.