35661 Zip Code, Muscle Shoals

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Muscle Shoals

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 57 / 300 High
Violent Crime 79
21% below national avg
Property Crime 80
20% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Muscle Shoals zip codes

Is 35661 a Safe Zip Code?

Zip code 35661 in Muscle Shoals, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 57, which is 43% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Muscle Shoals.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 118, 18% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 16).

Overall, zip code 35661 is considered a safe area for residents and visitors. Standard urban awareness is recommended, but the area benefits from lower-than-average crime rates across most categories.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 118 (18% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 16 (84% below avg)

35661 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
80 -20% Low
Assault
71 -29% Low
Robbery
105 +5% Moderate
Rape
59 -41% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
105 +5% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
16 -84% Low

35661 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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35661 Demographics & Context

Population
16,223
Median Income
$69,319
Home Value
$248,279
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
262/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17%
Graduate Degree 8%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 75.3%
Black 18.1%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 1.4%
35661 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35661, Muscle Shoals?

Zip code 35661 in Muscle Shoals, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 57, which is 43% below the national average. Zip code 35661 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Muscle Shoals.

Is Zip code 35661 a safe neighborhood in Muscle Shoals?

Zip code 35661 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Muscle Shoals, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 118), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Muscle Shoals.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35661?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35661 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 118 (18% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35661?

Zip code 35661 has a population of approximately 16,223. The median household income is $69,319. The median home value is $248,279. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35661 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35661's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average (index 57 vs 100). Within Muscle Shoals, 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 March 2026.