Tuscaloosa, AL has safety grade D, a population of about 100,633, an overall crime rate near 1,415 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Tuscaloosa, AL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Tuscaloosa, AL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Tuscaloosa, AL crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 7.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 6.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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The area has very low safety standards with a D rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (49.8% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
The high crime volume of 1,424 incidents indicates this is an active urban area. The most common crime type is assault.
Crime rates in Tuscaloosa align with national averages, suggesting typical urban safety patterns.
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID "16000US0177256," a detailed analysis reveals several key insights. The total count of reported crimes is 1424. The most prevalent crime category is assault, with 682 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is also significant, totaling 622 incidents, with "Larceny/Theft Offenses" being the most common subcategory (424 incidents), followed by "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (89 incidents). Other property crimes include "Stolen Property Offenses" (45 incidents), "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (38 incidents), and "Motor Vehicle Theft" (26 incidents). Other notable crime categories include "others" (79 incidents), which encompasses "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (26 incidents), "Fraud Offenses" (44 incidents), "Human Trafficking" (4 incidents), "Embezzlement" (3 incidents), and "Bribery" (2 incidents). Robbery accounts for 19 incidents, all classified as "Robbery." Homicide is relatively low, with 8 incidents, all classified as "Homicide Offenses." Sex offenses account for 14 incidents, including "Sex Offenses" (8 incidents), "Kidnapping/Abduction" (3 incidents), and "Sex Offenses, Non-forcible" (3 incidents). To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional data is needed, including the city and state associated with GEOID "16000US0177256," the population of that area, and the median income. With this information, we could calculate crime rates per 100k population, estimate a safety score and grade, and determine violent and property crime rates. Furthermore, zip code data and crime map data would enhance the analysis by providing a more granular view of crime distribution.
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Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Tuscaloosa, AL.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
Combine this crime report with the market overview for Tuscaloosa, AL and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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