35973 Zip Code, Gaylesville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gaylesville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 35973 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35973 in Gaylesville, 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 Gaylesville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 70 (30% below avg)

35973 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
127 +27% Moderate
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
70 -30% Low
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

35973 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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35973 Demographics & Context

Population
3,086
Median Income
$45,403
Home Value
$198,493
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
29/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.1%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.4%
Black 2.4%
Hispanic 0.6%
Asian 0.1%
35973 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35973, Gaylesville?

Zip code 35973 in Gaylesville, 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 35973 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gaylesville.

Is Zip code 35973 a safe neighborhood in Gaylesville?

Zip code 35973 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gaylesville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gaylesville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35973?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35973 is Rape, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35973?

Zip code 35973 has a population of approximately 3,086. The median household income is $45,403. The median home value is $198,493. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35973 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35973's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Gaylesville, 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.