35579 Zip Code, Oakman

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oakman

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 126 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 35579 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35579 in Oakman, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oakman.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 61 (39% below avg)

35579 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
152 +52% High
Rape
151 +51% High
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
61 -39% Low
Vehicle Theft
73 -27% Low

35579 Crime Map

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35579 Demographics & Context

Population
2,763
Median Income
$55,400
Home Value
$130,225
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.4%
Graduate Degree 2.5%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.6%
Black 6%
Hispanic 0.6%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35579, Oakman?

Zip code 35579 in Oakman, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 35579 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oakman.

Is Zip code 35579 a safe neighborhood in Oakman?

Zip code 35579 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oakman, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oakman.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35579?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35579 is Robbery, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35579?

Zip code 35579 has a population of approximately 2,763. The median household income is $55,400. The median home value is $130,225. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35579 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35579's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Oakman, 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.