35974 Zip Code, Geraldine

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Geraldine

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 158 / 300 High
Violent Crime 161
61% above national avg
Property Crime 133
33% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 35974 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 35974 in Geraldine, AL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Geraldine.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 121). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 169 (69% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 121 (21% above avg)

35974 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
158 +58% High
Assault
154 +54% High
Robbery
161 +61% High
Rape
169 +69% High
Property Crime
Burglary
138 +38% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
121 +21% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
139 +39% Moderate

35974 Crime Map

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35974 Demographics & Context

Population
1,223
Median Income
$42,869
Home Value
$134,977
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
93/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.8%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.4%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 7.7%
Asian 0.1%
35974 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35974, Geraldine?

Zip code 35974 in Geraldine, AL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average. Zip code 35974 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Geraldine.

Is Zip code 35974 a safe neighborhood in Geraldine?

Zip code 35974 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Geraldine, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 169), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 121). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Geraldine.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35974?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35974 is Rape, with a crime index of 169 (69% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35974?

Zip code 35974 has a population of approximately 1,223. The median household income is $42,869. The median home value is $134,977. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35974 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35974's overall crime rate is 58% above the national average (index 158 vs 100). Within Geraldine, 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.