36556 Zip Code, Malcolm

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Malcolm

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 120 / 300 High

Violent Crime 137

37% above national avg

Property Crime 101

1% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 36556 a Safe Zip Code?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Zip code 36556 in Malcolm, AL has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Malcolm.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 59). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 156 (56% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 59 (41% below avg)

36556 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Malcolm	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	142	+42%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	156	+56%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	59	-41%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	89	-11%	N/A	Average

36556 Crime Map

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36556 Demographics & Context

Population

391

Median Income

$49,355

Home Value

$69,000

Median Age

Pop. Density

33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.7%

Graduate Degree 1.5%

Housing

84%

16%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 33%

Black 51.1%

Hispanic 0.9%

Asian 0.4%

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Malcolm Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36556, Malcolm?

Zip code 36556 in Malcolm, AL has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 36556 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Malcolm.

Is Zip code 36556 a safe neighborhood in Malcolm?

Zip code 36556 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 59). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Malcolm.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36556?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36556 is Burglary, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36556?

Zip code 36556 has a population of approximately 391. The median household income is $49,355. The median home value is $69,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36556 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36556's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Malcolm, 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.