Tuscaloosa, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Tuscaloosa Police Department serves the city of Tuscaloosa, AL in Tuscaloosa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,917 violent crimes and 12,025 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 186.9 per 100k residents, which is 76.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 252.7 per 100k, 54.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate186.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,917 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents106 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents342 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate32.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,749 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate252.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents12,025 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate28.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,546 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate203.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents9,400 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,067 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 186.9 | F | 8917 | 106.2 | +76.0% |
| Property Crime | 252.7 | D | 12025 | 163.6 | +54.5% |
| Rape | 0.9 | A | 106 | 3.5 | -75.1% |
| Robbery | 5.3 | C | 342 | 5.8 | -9.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 32.5 | D | 1749 | 22.3 | +45.9% |
| Burglary | 28.1 | C | 1546 | 24.0 | +16.9% |
| Larceny | 203.6 | F | 9400 | 116.4 | +74.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.1 | C | 1067 | 22.2 | -5.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Sikh | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northport | 8 miles | F 216.6 | B 129.3 | Violent: 15.9% higher Property: 48.8% lower |
| Vance | 8 miles | B 93.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 50.0% lower Property: N/A |
| Brookwood | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 41.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 83.7% lower |
| Lake View | 8 miles | C 105.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 43.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Coaling | 8 miles | C 101.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 45.9% lower Property: N/A |