35981 Zip Code, Ider

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ider

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 142
42% above national avg
Property Crime 87
13% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Ider zip codes

Check a specific address

in Ider

Is 35981 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35981 in Ider, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ider.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

35981 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
140 +40% Moderate
Robbery
142 +42% Moderate
Rape
164 +64% High
Property Crime
Burglary
99 -1% Average
Larceny / Theft
57 -43% Low
Vehicle Theft
104 +4% Moderate

35981 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

35981 Demographics & Context

Population
1,911
Median Income
$47,375
Home Value
$133,629
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
85/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3%
Graduate Degree 3%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.3%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35981, Ider?

Zip code 35981 in Ider, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 35981 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ider.

Is Zip code 35981 a safe neighborhood in Ider?

Zip code 35981 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ider, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 164), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ider.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35981?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35981 is Rape, with a crime index of 164 (64% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35981?

Zip code 35981 has a population of approximately 1,911. The median household income is $47,375. The median home value is $133,629. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35981 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35981's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Ider, 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.