35072 Zip Code, Goodwater

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Goodwater

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 132 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 87
13% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 35072 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 35072 in Goodwater, AL has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Goodwater.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 43 (57% below avg)

35072 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
91 -9% Average
Rape
145 +45% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
43 -57% Low
Vehicle Theft
88 -12% Average

35072 Crime Map

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35072 Demographics & Context

Population
4,085
Median Income
$50,154
Home Value
$125,133
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.8%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.3%
Black 42.3%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35072, Goodwater?

Zip code 35072 in Goodwater, AL has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 35072 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Goodwater.

Is Zip code 35072 a safe neighborhood in Goodwater?

Zip code 35072 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Goodwater, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Goodwater.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35072?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35072 is Rape, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35072?

Zip code 35072 has a population of approximately 4,085. The median household income is $50,154. The median home value is $125,133. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35072 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35072's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Goodwater, 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.