36922 Zip Code, Ward

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ward

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 96
4% below national avg
Property Crime 67
33% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 36922 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 36922 in Ward, AL has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ward.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 24). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 24 (76% below avg)

36922 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
71 -29% Low
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
72 -28% Low
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
126 +26% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
24 -76% Low
Vehicle Theft
51 -49% Low

36922 Crime Map

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36922 Demographics & Context

Population
1,247
Median Income
$44,663
Home Value
$59,085
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.3%
Graduate Degree 1.6%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 21.9%
Black 77.4%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.4%
36922 Crime Map
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Ward Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36922, Ward?

Zip code 36922 in Ward, AL has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 36922 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ward.

Is Zip code 36922 a safe neighborhood in Ward?

Zip code 36922 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ward, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Assault (index: 133), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 24). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ward.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36922?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36922 is Assault, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36922?

Zip code 36922 has a population of approximately 1,247. The median household income is $44,663. The median home value is $59,085. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36922 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36922's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Ward, 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.