36278 Zip Code, Wedowee

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wedowee

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 144 / 300 High

Violent Crime 137

37% above national avg

Property Crime 109

9% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 36278 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 36278 in Wedowee, AL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wedowee.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 78). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 150 (50% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 78 (22% below avg)

36278 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Wedowee	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	78	-22%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	98	-2%	N/A	Average

36278 Crime Map

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36278 Demographics & Context

Population

3,791

Median Income

$48,878

Home Value

$349,773

Median Age

Pop. Density

28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.4%

Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

78%

22%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.3%

Black 17.5%

Hispanic 6.6%

Asian 0.4%

36278 Crime Map

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Wedowee Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36278, Wedowee?

Zip code 36278 in Wedowee, AL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average. Zip code 36278 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wedowee.

Is Zip code 36278 a safe neighborhood in Wedowee?

Zip code 36278 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wedowee, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 150), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 78). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wedowee.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36278?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36278 is Burglary, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 36278?

Zip code 36278 has a population of approximately 3,791. The median household income is $48,878. The median home value is $349,773. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36278 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36278's overall crime rate is 44% above the national average (index 144 vs 100). Within Wedowee, 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.