35987 Zip Code, Steele

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Steele

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 94
6% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 35987 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35987 in Steele, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Steele.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 36). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 36 (64% below avg)

35987 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
157 +57% High
Larceny / Theft
36 -64% Low
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

35987 Crime Map

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35987 Demographics & Context

Population
3,193
Median Income
$61,296
Home Value
$172,095
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
53/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.4%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.4%
Black 3.5%
Hispanic 4.9%
Asian 0.5%
35987 Crime Map
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Steele Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35987, Steele?

Zip code 35987 in Steele, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 35987 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Steele.

Is Zip code 35987 a safe neighborhood in Steele?

Zip code 35987 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Steele, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 36). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Steele.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35987?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35987 is Burglary, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35987?

Zip code 35987 has a population of approximately 3,193. The median household income is $61,296. The median home value is $172,095. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35987 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35987's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Steele, 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.