Decatur, AL Metro Area has a lower than average rate of violent crime, with a rate of 18.9 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, property crime rates in this area are slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 34.3 compared to 35.4. This means that while the Decatur area may have lower rates of violent crime, residents should still be aware and cautious of property crimes. It is important for residents to take precautions such as locking doors and windows and investing in home security systems to protect their property. Overall, while Decatur may have lower crime rates than the national average, it is still important for residents to remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Decatur Metro Area violent crime is 18.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Decatur Metro Area property crime is 34.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Decatur, Alabama does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Decatur, Alabama. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Decatur, Alabama. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.