36560 Zip Code, Mount Vernon

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Vernon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 36560 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 36560 in Mount Vernon, AL has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Vernon.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 162, 62% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 162 (62% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 25 (75% below avg)

36560 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
104 +4% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
140 +40% Moderate
Rape
158 +58% High
Property Crime
Burglary
162 +62% High
Larceny / Theft
25 -75% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

36560 Crime Map

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36560 Demographics & Context

Population
3,369
Median Income
$47,473
Home Value
$95,987
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
42/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.4%
Graduate Degree 2.2%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 25.1%
Black 38%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 0.1%
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Mount Vernon Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36560, Mount Vernon?

Zip code 36560 in Mount Vernon, AL has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 36560 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mount Vernon.

Is Zip code 36560 a safe neighborhood in Mount Vernon?

Zip code 36560 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mount Vernon, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 162), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mount Vernon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36560?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36560 is Burglary, with a crime index of 162 (62% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36560?

Zip code 36560 has a population of approximately 3,369. The median household income is $47,473. The median home value is $95,987. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36560 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36560's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Mount Vernon, 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.