Walker County Crime & Safety
Walker County, Alabama
FBI UCRSafety Score
17/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
High Crime
Total Crime Rate
2263.8
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
257.0
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
2006.8
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
17/100
Higher = safer
State avg 40/100
State Safety Rank
#55
of 67 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Walker County, Alabama
Walker County Safety Score Overview
Walker County has a crime rate of 2,263.8 per 100K, which is lower than the national average of 2,385.5. This data contributes to its safety score of 96.4.
Below State Averages for Total Safety
Walker's safety score of 96.4 is nearly a point lower than the Alabama state average of 97.3. Seven agencies report a total crime rate that exceeds the state average of 1,731.0.
Local Comparisons in Central Alabama
The county's crime rate of 2,263.8 per 100K is higher than St. Clair County's 1,264.7. It aligns closely with the crime levels seen in nearby Tuscaloosa County.
Property Crimes Dominant Local Incidents
Violent crime is relatively low at 257.0 per 100K, well below the national average. However, property crime is high, accounting for 2,006.8 incidents per 100K.
Secure Your Valuables Outdoors
Focusing on property security is essential, as theft and burglary make up the vast majority of local crime. Simple habits like securing outdoor valuables can make a big difference.
Crime Advisory: Walker County
Safety Verdict
Walker County has a safety score of 17/100, indicating a higher crime area with elevated overall crime (2263.8 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 257.0 per 100K and property crime at 2006.8 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime dominates.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 7 law enforcement agencies in Walker County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Alabama, total crime is 31% above the Alabama average and its safety score is 23 points below the state mean.
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.