Alta, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Alta Safe?
Yes — Alta is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Alta has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 489.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 489
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
46% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 191
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
71% lower than national average
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Alta Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
19 | -81% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Alta Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Alta, CA?
Alta, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 489 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 191 chance for property crime. Alta has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Alta, CA safe to live in?
Alta is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Alta is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Alta?
The estimated violent crime rate in Alta is 204.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 46% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 489 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.6 per 100K (48% below average); aggravated assault at 141.9 per 100K (47% below average); robbery at 41.8 per 100K (43% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Alta?
The estimated property crime rate in Alta is 523.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 71% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 191 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 135.6 per 100K (50% below average); larceny/theft at 265.9 per 100K (81% below average); vehicle theft at 122.0 per 100K (62% below average).
How does Alta crime compare to the national average?
Alta's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (43% below average), while larceny/theft is 81% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Alta has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Alta safe to visit?
Alta is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 71% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Alta crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Alta's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Alta?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Alta, with an estimated rate of 265.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 81% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (524 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (205 per 100K) in Alta, which is consistent with national trends.