Crime Safety Grade

A

Auburn, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

Is Auburn Safe?

With an overall crime index of 23, Auburn has a 77% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 357. 100% of Auburn neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Auburn
23
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
23
77% below average
Violent Crime
70
30% below average
Property Crime
12
88% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Auburn

1 in 357

Property crime: 1 in 2,083

Where Is It Safe in Auburn?

Auburn Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 10% above avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 97% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 22 ▼ 78%
Assault Violent 79 ▼ 21%
Robbery Violent 110 ▲ 10%
Burglary Property 22 ▼ 78%
Larceny / Theft Property 3 ▼ 97%
Vehicle Theft Property 10 ▼ 90%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Auburn Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Auburn Valley Golf Club A+ 23

Auburn Crime by Zip Code

Auburn Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
14,104
Median Income
$67,282
Home Value
$484,110
Median Rent
$1,176
Home Ownership
60%

Racial Demographics

White
86.3%
Black
0.9%
Hispanic
11.8%
Asian
2.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Auburn?
Auburn has an overall crime index of 23, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Auburn are rated A or B for safety.
Is Auburn safe to live in?
Auburn has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Auburn?
The safest neighborhoods in Auburn based on crime data include Auburn Valley Golf Club. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Auburn crime compare to the national average?
Auburn's overall crime index is 23 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 77% lower than the typical US city.

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