Lauderdale County, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Lauderdale County in AL is served by 7 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 5,726 violent crimes and 7,363 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 76.2 per 100k residents, which is 28.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 103.4 per 100k, 36.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate76.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,726 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade AAnnual Rate0.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents18 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents164 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,057 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate103.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,363 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,164 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate64.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,393 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents781 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 76.2 | B | 5726 | 106.2 | -28.2% |
| Property Crime | 103.4 | A | 7363 | 163.6 | -36.8% |
| Homicide | 0.3 | A | 18 | 0.5 | -38.7% |
| Rape | 0.8 | A | 164 | 3.5 | -77.7% |
| Robbery | 1.2 | A | 86 | 5.8 | -79.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 6.6 | A | 1057 | 22.3 | -70.5% |
| Burglary | 14.6 | A | 1164 | 24.0 | -39.4% |
| Larceny | 64.3 | A | 5393 | 116.4 | -44.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.5 | C | 781 | 22.2 | +10.4% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Lauderdale County Sheriff's Office
Florence Police Department
Florence, AL
St. Florian Police Department
St. Florian, AL
Lexington Police Department
Lexington, AL
Rogersville Police Department
Rogersville, AL
Killen Police Department
Killen, AL