36874 Zip Code, Salem

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Salem

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 87 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 48
52% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 36874 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36874 in Salem, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Salem.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 18 (82% below avg)

36874 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
76 -24% Low
Assault
68 -32% Low
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
87 -13% Average
Larceny / Theft
39 -61% Low
Vehicle Theft
18 -82% Low

36874 Crime Map

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36874 Demographics & Context

Population
11,594
Median Income
$65,543
Home Value
$290,887
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
98/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.4%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.7%
Black 22.1%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.4%
36874 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36874, Salem?

Zip code 36874 in Salem, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average. Zip code 36874 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Salem.

Is Zip code 36874 a safe neighborhood in Salem?

Zip code 36874 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Salem, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 126), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Salem.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36874?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36874 is Robbery, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36874?

Zip code 36874 has a population of approximately 11,594. The median household income is $65,543. The median home value is $290,887. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36874 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36874's overall crime rate is 13% below the national average (index 87 vs 100). Within Salem, 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.