36539 Zip Code, Fruitdale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fruitdale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 69
31% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 36539 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36539 in Fruitdale, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fruitdale.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 34 (66% below avg)

36539 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
91 -9% Average
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
139 +39% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
35 -65% Low
Vehicle Theft
34 -66% Low

36539 Crime Map

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36539 Demographics & Context

Population
747
Median Income
$64,373
Home Value
$61,897
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4%
Graduate Degree 1.2%

Housing

86%
14%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.9%
Black 14.7%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.2%
36539 Crime Map
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Fruitdale Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36539, Fruitdale?

Zip code 36539 in Fruitdale, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 36539 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fruitdale.

Is Zip code 36539 a safe neighborhood in Fruitdale?

Zip code 36539 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fruitdale, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 139), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fruitdale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36539?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36539 is Burglary, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36539?

Zip code 36539 has a population of approximately 747. The median household income is $64,373. The median home value is $61,897. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36539 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36539's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Fruitdale, 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.