36783 Zip Code, Thomaston

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Thomaston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 69
31% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 36783 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 36783 in Thomaston, AL has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Thomaston.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 141 (41% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 19 (81% below avg)

36783 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
90 -10% Average
Assault
141 +41% Moderate
Robbery
82 -18% Average
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
19 -81% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

36783 Crime Map

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36783 Demographics & Context

Population
1,137
Median Income
$43,067
Home Value
$171,242
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.4%
Graduate Degree 2.1%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 30%
Black 68.6%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 0.3%
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Thomaston Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36783, Thomaston?

Zip code 36783 in Thomaston, AL has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 36783 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Thomaston.

Is Zip code 36783 a safe neighborhood in Thomaston?

Zip code 36783 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Thomaston, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 141), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Thomaston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36783?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36783 is Assault, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36783?

Zip code 36783 has a population of approximately 1,137. The median household income is $43,067. The median home value is $171,242. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36783 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36783's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Thomaston, 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.