D-
28%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
23%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
29%
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 peopleEufaula/100k peopleAlabama/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime373n/a (estimate)2,9772,1482,324
Murder2n/a16.010.96.3
Rape4n/a31.929.640.0
Robbery6n/a47.934.566.1
Assault45n/a359.2334.1268.2
Violent crime57n/a (estimate)455409370
Burglary58n/a463.0283.9269.8
Theft236n/a1,883.81,252.71,401.9
Vehicle theft22n/a175.6202.3282.7
Property crime316n/a (estimate)2,5221,7391,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Eufaula, AL

The Eufaula crime rates are 28.1% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 57 violent crimes in Eufaula (455 per 100,000 people), which is 23% higher than the national average and there were a total of 316 property crimes (2522 per 100,000 residents) which is 29.1% higher than average.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Eufaula ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Eufaula, there were a total of 2 murders, translating to 16 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Eufaula?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Eufaula. Based on the results of the surveys (9 responses), 22% of people felt that there was very little crime in Eufaula and felt safe walking alone at night. While 78% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Eufaula a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Eufaula 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. Eufaula has a total crime rate that is 28% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.02 daily crimes (0.16 violent daily crimes and 0.87 daily property crimes) in Eufaula.

Has Crime in Eufaula Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Eufaula. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Eufaula has decreased by 34.3%. Violent crimes have decreased by 44.1%, while property crimes have decreased by 32.2%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Eufaula

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Eufaula, 75.9% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

Law enforcement and community policing efforts can play a pivotal role in shaping crime rates. Establishing a robust and cooperative partnership between the police and the community can act as a deterrent to criminal behavior and enhance overall safety. In Eufaula, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents differs from the national average, with 4.46 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents compared to 3.25 nationally. Effective law enforcement often hinges on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and collaboration between law enforcement and the community. It's not solely about the quantity of officers but also the quality of their engagement with the community.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Eufaula has a median home price of $123,800, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Eufaula crime map



The Eufaula crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Eufaula 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 Eufaula crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Eufaula 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

      • Eufaula crime rates are 28% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Eufaula are 23% higher than the national average
      • In Eufaula you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Eufaula is safer than 19% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Eufaula has decreased by 40%

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        Daily Crime In Eufaula (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Eufaula for every 100,000 residents. The Eufaula total amount of daily crime is 1.39 times more than the Alabama average and 1.28 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Eufaula, is 1.11 times more than the Alabama average, and it is 1.23 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Eufaula has a daily crime average that is 1.45 times more than the Alabama average and 1.29 times more than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Eufaula (higher is better)

        How safe is Eufaula, Alabama compared to other cities in Alabama and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Eufaula is safer than 24% of the cities in Alabama and 19% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Alabama and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Eufaula. Overall, Eufaula is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Eufaula

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Eufaula is 1 in 220
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Eufaula is 1 in 40
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Eufaula is 1 in 34
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Eufaula? If you reside in Eufaula, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 220. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 40 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 Eufaula, is 1 in 34.

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

        Determining whether Eufaula is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Eufaula violent crime rates have decreased by 49%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 38% year over year. Total crimes for Eufaula has decreased by 40% in the same time frame.

        Eufaula police department

        Item Eufaula Alabama National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)589,968558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents4.54.13.3
        There are a total of 58 Eufaula police officers. This results in 4.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 9.8% greater than the Alabama average and 37.2% 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.

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Georgetown-Quitman County, GA2,2902059451,150
        Bakerhill, AL2395852,4883,073
        Eufaula, AL11,8784552,5222,977

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        Franklin, OH11,8783533,3703,723
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        Eufaula, AL11,8784552,5222,977
        Source: The Eufaula, 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.