35490 Zip Code, Vance

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Vance

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 78 / 300 High
Violent Crime 94
6% below national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 35490 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35490 in Vance, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Vance.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 149 (49% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 10 (90% below avg)

35490 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
87 -13% Average
Assault
47 -53% Low
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
149 +49% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
10 -90% Low
Vehicle Theft
20 -80% Low

35490 Crime Map

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35490 Demographics & Context

Population
5,702
Median Income
$83,770
Home Value
$190,688
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
91/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.2%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.5%
Black 8.6%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35490, Vance?

Zip code 35490 in Vance, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average. Zip code 35490 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Vance.

Is Zip code 35490 a safe neighborhood in Vance?

Zip code 35490 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Vance, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 149), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Vance.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35490?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35490 is Burglary, with a crime index of 149 (49% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35490?

Zip code 35490 has a population of approximately 5,702. The median household income is $83,770. The median home value is $190,688. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35490 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35490's overall crime rate is 22% below the national average (index 78 vs 100). Within Vance, 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.