35148 Zip Code, Sumiton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sumiton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 147
47% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 35148 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35148 in Sumiton, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sumiton.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 100). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 100 (0% below avg)

35148 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
100 0% Average
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
123 +23% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
158 +58% High
Vehicle Theft
159 +59% High

35148 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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35148 Demographics & Context

Population
1,637
Median Income
$55,025
Home Value
$141,146
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
269/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.1%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.1%
Black 5.2%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35148, Sumiton?

Zip code 35148 in Sumiton, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 35148 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sumiton.

Is Zip code 35148 a safe neighborhood in Sumiton?

Zip code 35148 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sumiton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 159), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 100). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sumiton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35148?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35148 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 159 (59% above 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 35148?

Zip code 35148 has a population of approximately 1,637. The median household income is $55,025. The median home value is $141,146. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35148 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35148's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Sumiton, 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.