35976 Zip Code, Guntersville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Guntersville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 35976 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35976 in Guntersville, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Guntersville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 94).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 94 (6% below avg)

35976 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
142 +42% Moderate
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
94 -6% Average
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

35976 Crime Map

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35976 Demographics & Context

Population
17,457
Median Income
$57,052
Home Value
$303,611
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
106/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.4%
Graduate Degree 7.9%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.1%
Black 5.4%
Hispanic 6.4%
Asian 1.5%
35976 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35976, Guntersville?

Zip code 35976 in Guntersville, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 35976 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Guntersville.

Is Zip code 35976 a safe neighborhood in Guntersville?

Zip code 35976 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Guntersville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 142), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 94). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Guntersville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35976?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35976 is Assault, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35976?

Zip code 35976 has a population of approximately 17,457. The median household income is $57,052. The median home value is $303,611. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35976 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35976's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Guntersville, 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.