36877 Zip Code, Smiths Station

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Smiths Station

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 71 / 300 High
Violent Crime 72
28% below national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 36877 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36877 in Smiths Station, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Smiths Station.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 98, 2% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 58).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 98 (2% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 58 (42% below avg)

36877 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
71 -29% Low
Assault
58 -42% Low
Robbery
82 -18% Average
Rape
77 -23% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
91 -9% Average
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

36877 Crime Map

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36877 Demographics & Context

Population
14,250
Median Income
$72,112
Home Value
$257,394
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
342/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.3%
Graduate Degree 6%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.2%
Black 17.9%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.9%
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Smiths Station Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36877, Smiths Station?

Zip code 36877 in Smiths Station, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average. Zip code 36877 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Smiths Station.

Is Zip code 36877 a safe neighborhood in Smiths Station?

Zip code 36877 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Smiths Station, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 98), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Smiths Station.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36877?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36877 is Burglary, with a crime index of 98 (2% below 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 36877?

Zip code 36877 has a population of approximately 14,250. The median household income is $72,112. The median home value is $257,394. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36877 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36877's overall crime rate is 29% below the national average (index 71 vs 100). Within Smiths Station, 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.