The population of Fort Rucker has declined significantly over the last 5 years. Several factors may contribute to this decline. A single critical event may cause an exodus of residents, resulting in a steep drop in the population. Long-term demographic trends, such as low birth rates, may also trigger a population decline. Fort Rucker has lower costs for utilities and groceries than other cities in Alabama.
A crime map showing the violent crime rate per 1,000 residents of Fort Rucker provides an idea of the city's safety. It shows which areas have the highest violent crime rates, as well as what types of crimes occur. Crime Grade ranks Fort Rucker as "F-rated" - meaning it has a higher violent crime rate than the national average. Fort Rucker is ranked 5th in the nation for safety, with 95% of US cities being safer than Fort Rucker.
Fort Rucker has three barbershops, though hours vary. Generally, soldiers are not permitted to receive personal mail at temporary quarters. Therefore, soldiers are encouraged to use the Fort Rucker mail center. The mail center is open from 0730 to 1615 (excluding federal holidays). The Fort Rucker finance office offers financial assistance for soldiers, and has a staff of accredited financial counselors. The Financial Readiness Program provides information about other services for soldiers, such as insurance, credit counseling, and retirement planning.