The city of Birmingham, Alabama has unfortunately been plagued by high levels of crime for many years. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Birmingham is 75.2, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Birmingham are at a much higher risk of becoming victims of violent crime compared to the rest of the United States. In addition, property crime in Birmingham is also a major concern, with a rate of 89 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These alarming crime rates highlight the need for increased efforts to combat crime in Birmingham and ensure the safety and security of its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Birmingham violent crime is 75.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Birmingham property crime is 89.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.