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71%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
96%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
66%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleDemopolis/100k peopleAlabama/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime274n/a (estimate)3,9802,1482,324
Murder1n/a14.510.96.3
Rape4n/a58.129.640.0
Robbery2n/a29.034.566.1
Assault43n/a624.5334.1268.2
Violent crime50n/a (estimate)726409370
Burglary38n/a551.9283.9269.8
Theft175n/a2,541.81,252.71,401.9
Vehicle theft11n/a159.8202.3282.7
Property crime224n/a (estimate)3,2531,7391,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Demopolis, AL

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Demopolis crime rate is higher than the national average by 71.2%. Specifically, there were 50 violent crimes in Demopolis, equivalent to 726 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 96.4%. Furthermore, Demopolis recorded 224 property crimes, amounting to 3253 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 66.5%.

Demopolis ranks among the bottom 10% of all U.S. cities reporting violent crime, earning its reputation as one of the nation's most dangerous areas. With a violent crime rate of 726 per 100,000 people, Demopolis is considered one of the most unsafe cities in America. This statistic translates to a 1 in 138 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime in Demopolis, underscoring the need for increased safety measures and community engagement to improve the city's security.

While murder rates in the United States have generally declined since 1990, recent years have seen an unfortunate uptick. Demopolis stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates among cities reporting crime data. In Demopolis, a total of 1 murders were reported, equating to 15 murders per 100,000 residents. This statistic underscores the challenges facing the area in terms of severe violent crime and the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and security within the community.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Demopolis?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Demopolis residents. Out of the respondents (7 in total), 0% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Demopolis were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 100% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Demopolis a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Demopolis is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Demopolis has a total crime rate that is 71% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.75 daily crimes (0.14 violent daily crimes and 0.61 daily property crimes) in Demopolis.

Has Crime in Demopolis Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Demopolis has decreased by 6.2%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Demopolis, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 2%, while property crime has decreased by 7.1%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Demopolis is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Demopolis

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Demopolis crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Demopolis has an unemployment rate of 2.3%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Demopolis, 81.1% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Demopolis is $143,000, compared to a national average of $184,700.

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The Demopolis crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Demopolis as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Demopolis crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Demopolis crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Demopolis crime rates are 71% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Demopolis are 96% higher than the national average
      • In Demopolis you have a 1 in 26 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Demopolis is safer than 8% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Demopolis has decreased by 8%

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        Daily Crime In Demopolis (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Demopolis, Alabama is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Demopolis are 1.85 times more than the Alabama average and 1.71 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Demopolis are 1.78 times more than than Alabama and 1.96 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Demopolis are 1.87 times more than than Alabama and 1.66 times more than the national average.

        How Safe is Demopolis (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Alabama and all other cities across the US, is Demopolis safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Demopolis is safer than 9% of other cities in the state of Alabama. In addition, Demopolis is safer than 8% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Alabama and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Demopolis. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Demopolis is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Demopolis

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Demopolis is 1 in 138
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Demopolis is 1 in 31
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Demopolis is 1 in 26
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Demopolis? If you reside in Demopolis, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 138. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 31 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Demopolis, is 1 in 26.

        Year Over Year Crime In Demopolis (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Demopolis is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Demopolis has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 4% in Demopolis, while property crimes in Demopolis have decreased by 9%. Total crime has decreased by 8% year over year.

        Demopolis police department

        Item Demopolis Alabama National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)299,968558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.94.13.3
        There are a total of 29 Demopolis police officers. This results in 3.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 3.4% less than the Alabama average and 20.6% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Alabama

        State Total offenders Alabama /100K National /100K
        Alabama10,698231266
        There are a total of 10,698 sex offenders in Alabama. This yields a total of 231 sex offenders in Alabama per 100,000 residents which is 13% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Greensboro, AL2,956000
        Linden, AL1,8385931,2931,886
        Faunsdale, AL995522,3492,901
        Forkland, AL1,2296442,7393,383
        Demopolis, AL6,7247263,2533,980

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Gulf Breeze, FL6,72584509593
        Greenville, IL6,725108787895
        Manorhaven, NY6,725140560700
        Tallulah, LA6,7221,1214851,607
        Tecumseh, OK6,7211891,9802,168
        Demopolis, AL6,7247263,2533,980
        Source: The Demopolis, AL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.