CityCheck
CitiesSafetyAskPlan
C+

Is Alexander City, Alabama Safe?

Population 14,515 · Safer than 46% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

In a community of 14,515, each crime incident has a bigger statistical impact. Alexander City earns a C+ with violent crime below the national average. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,089 per 100K.

Alexander City Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricAlexander CityAlabama AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate272.7309.7363.8
Property Crime Rate1621.72069.31,832.3
Murder Rate4.0--5.7
Assault Rate161.0--268.2
Theft Rate1089.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate376.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyC+

189.4 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC+

273/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeC+

1622/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Alexander City

Violent crime in Alexander City is below the national average. The rate of 272.7 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 1621.7 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,089 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Alexander City Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder4
070% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault161
060% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery68
01.1x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary294
01.1x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,089
078% of avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft376
01.2x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Alexander City Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Alexander City
272.7
State
309.7
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Alexander City
1621.7
State
2069.3
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Alexander City Safety

Is Alexander City safe?
It depends on where in Alexander City you are. The city gets a C+ overall, with violent crime below the national average and property crime close to the national average. Some areas are safer than others.
What is the crime rate in Alexander City?
189.4 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 272.7 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 1621.7 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Alexander City safe for tourists?
Stick to well-traveled areas and you'll be fine. Alexander City has a C+ grade, so it's not the safest destination, but tourist areas generally see less violent crime than the citywide average suggests.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Alexander City?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Alexander City generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Alexander City police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Alexander City?
Yes, there's been an uptick. Alexander City's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a C+ grade overall.
How does Alexander City compare to other cities in Alabama?
Middle of the pack for Alabama. Alexander City isn't the safest option in the state, but it's not the most concerning either, ranking around the 50th percentile among Alabama cities.
How safe is Alexander City to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is below the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in Alexander City?
Mixed. Violent crime is below the national average, and property crime is close to the national average. It's not great, but it's not the worst either, landing at the 46th percentile nationally.
What is the violent crime rate in Alexander City?
272.7 per 100,000, which is 25% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (161), robbery (68), and murder (4.0) per 100,000.

Nearby Cities in Alabama

Similar-sized communities in Alabama. Compare crime rates across the state.

C
See crime rates in Jasper14,585 pop · Grade C
C+
See crime rates in Jacksonville14,400 pop · Grade C+
C-
See crime rates in Pell City14,320 pop · Grade C-
D
See crime rates in Ozark14,269 pop · Grade D
D
See crime rates in Talladega14,840 pop · Grade D
D
See crime rates in Fort Payne15,189 pop · Grade D
View all Alabama city safety grades

Looking for things to do? See activities, events and places in Alexander City

Get weekly safety updates for Alexander City

Weekly crime trend updates and safety grade changes delivered to your inbox.

2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

Know before you go

CityCheck covers safety grades, crime data, and things to do for every US city.

Explore cities