Moderately Safe · Population: 52,780
Tuscaloosa, Alabama is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 54/100. The violent crime rate of 564.9 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 52,780, Tuscaloosa reported 298 violent crimes and 1,641 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 33.1 per 100K |
| Rape | 49.6 per 100K |
| Robbery | 147.1 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 335 per 100K |
| Burglary | 853.1 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,656.3 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 599.3 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 298 |
| Property Crimes | 1,640 |
| Total Crimes | 1,938 |
With a safety score of 54/100, Tuscaloosa is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 85% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.