Scottsboro, AL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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7%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

44%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

1%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Scottsboro_{/100k people}	Alabama_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	315	n/a (estimate)	1,974	1,925	2,119
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	8.7	5.0
Rape	9	n/a	56.4	25.8	37.5
Robbery	2	n/a	12.5	34.0	60.6
Assault	21	n/a	131.6	291.4	256.1
Violent crime	32	n/a (estimate)	201	360	359
Burglary	26	n/a	162.9	243.5	229.2
Theft	246	n/a	1,541.3	1,148.5	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	11	n/a	68.9	173.0	258.8
Property crime	283	n/a (estimate)	1,773	1,565	1,760

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Scottsboro crime map

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

Scottsboro crime rates are 7% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Scottsboro are 44% lower than the national average
In Scottsboro you have a 1 in 51 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Scottsboro is safer than 27% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Scottsboro has increased by 1%

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Daily Crime In Scottsboro (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Scottsboro, per 100,000 residents. In Scottsboro, the total number of daily crimes is 1.03 times more than the Alabama average and 1.07 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Scottsboro are 1.80 times less than the Alabama average and 1.79 times less than the national average. For property crime, Scottsboro has a daily crime rate that is 1.13 times more than the Alabama average and 1.01 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Scottsboro (higher is better)

Is Scottsboro safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Alabama as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Scottsboro to other cities in the state and across the country, Scottsboro is 39% safer than other cities of Alabama and 27% safer than other cities in the nation. Scottsboro has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Scottsboro

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Scottsboro is 1 in 499

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Scottsboro is 1 in 57

The chance of being a victim of crime in Scottsboro is 1 in 51

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Scottsboro? In Scottsboro, AL you have a 1 in 499 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 57 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 51 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Scottsboro.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Scottsboro is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Scottsboro has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 47% in Scottsboro, while property crimes in Scottsboro have increased by 12%. Total crime has increased by 1% year over year.

Scottsboro police department

Item	Scottsboro	Alabama	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	68	9,968	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	4.6	4.1	3.3

There are a total of 68 Scottsboro police officers. This results in 4.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 12.7% greater than the Alabama average and 40.8% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Alabama

State	Total offenders	Alabama_/100K	National_/100K
Alabama	10,698	231	266

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}
Rainsville, AL	5,038	17	427	445
Pisgah, AL	886	0	723	723
Langston, AL	211	145	632	778
Woodville, AL	1,076	147	640	787
Skyline, AL	1,049	169	735	904
Sylvania, AL	2,386	0	993	993
Stevenson, AL	2,326	353	1,212	1,565
Scottsboro, AL	14,452	201	1,773	1,974

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Mill Valley, CA	14,456	95	1,003	1,098
North Auburn, CA	14,446	453	1,937	2,390
Midlothian, IL	14,464	200	1,565	1,765
Norridge, IL	14,465	146	868	1,014
Owosso, MI	14,476	564	1,073	1,637
Scottsboro, AL	14,452	201	1,773	1,974

Source: The Scottsboro, AL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.