36561 Zip Code, Orange Beach

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Orange Beach

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 169 / 300 High
Violent Crime 136
36% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 36561 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36561 in Orange Beach, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 169, which is 69% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Orange Beach.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 88). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 166 (66% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 88 (12% below avg)

36561 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
166 +66% High
Robbery
144 +44% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
153 +53% High
Larceny / Theft
101 +1% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
88 -12% Average

36561 Crime Map

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36561 Demographics & Context

Population
7,584
Median Income
$89,916
Home Value
$716,797
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
289/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.3%
Graduate Degree 18.1%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.9%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 1.3%
36561 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36561, Orange Beach?

Zip code 36561 in Orange Beach, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 169, which is 69% above the national average. Zip code 36561 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Orange Beach.

Is Zip code 36561 a safe neighborhood in Orange Beach?

Zip code 36561 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Orange Beach, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 166), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Orange Beach.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36561?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36561 is Assault, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36561?

Zip code 36561 has a population of approximately 7,584. The median household income is $89,916. The median home value is $716,797. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36561 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36561's overall crime rate is 69% above the national average (index 169 vs 100). Within Orange Beach, 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.