36908 Zip Code, Gilbertown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gilbertown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 95 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 58
42% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Gilbertown zip codes

Check a specific address

in Gilbertown

Is 36908 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36908 in Gilbertown, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gilbertown.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 120, 20% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 15). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 120 (20% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 15 (85% below avg)

36908 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
95 -5% Average
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
72 -28% Low
Rape
120 +20% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
90 -10% Average
Larceny / Theft
15 -85% Low
Vehicle Theft
69 -31% Low

36908 Crime Map

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

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

36908 Demographics & Context

Population
2,113
Median Income
$59,041
Home Value
$76,292
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.6%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.9%
Black 17.1%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.1%
36908 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
Gilbertown Crime Statistics
View all Gilbertown neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36908, Gilbertown?

Zip code 36908 in Gilbertown, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average. Zip code 36908 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gilbertown.

Is Zip code 36908 a safe neighborhood in Gilbertown?

Zip code 36908 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gilbertown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 120), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 15). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gilbertown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36908?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36908 is Assault, with a crime index of 120 (20% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36908?

Zip code 36908 has a population of approximately 2,113. The median household income is $59,041. The median home value is $76,292. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36908 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36908's overall crime rate is 5% below the national average (index 95 vs 100). Within Gilbertown, 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.