Union Square Neighborhood, Baltimore

Crime Rate & Statistics

C-

Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average

Safer than 15% of neighborhoods in Baltimore

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 175 / 300 High

Violent Crime 130

30% above national avg

Property Crime 99

1% below national avg

City Ranking

15%

safer than other

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Is Union Square Safe?

Not really — crime is above the national average. Union Square in Baltimore, MD has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average of 100. Union Square is safer than 15% of neighborhoods in Baltimore.

Compared to the Baltimore average (crime index 109), Union Square is 66% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 153 (53% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 82 (18% below avg)

Union Square Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Baltimore city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Baltimore	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	152	+52%	+44%	High
Assault	153	+53%	+41%	High
Robbery	99	-1%	+11%	Average
Rape	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	109	+9%	+9%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	82	-18%	-33%	Average
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	-9%	Moderate

How Union Square Compares

Crime index by category: Union Square vs Baltimore average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Union Square Crime Map

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Union Square Demographics & Context

Population

1,114

Median Income

$80,193

Home Value

$211,463

Median Age

Pop. Density

16,854/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.9%

Graduate Degree 11%

Housing

37%

63%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 22.7%

Black 67.8%

Hispanic 5.5%

Asian 2.4%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Franklin Square Index: 164

D+

New Southwest / Mount Clare Index: 158

Boyd / Booth Index: 162

C-

Hollins Market Index: 174

C-

Carrollton Ridge Index: 155

C+

Poppleton Index: 175

F+

Harlem Park Index: 168

D+

Washington Village / Pigtown Index: 148

C+

Union Square Crime Map

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Baltimore Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Union Square, Baltimore?

Union Square in Baltimore, MD has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average. Compared to the Baltimore average, crime in Union Square is 66% higher. Union Square is safer than 15% of neighborhoods in Baltimore.

Is Union Square a safe neighborhood in Baltimore?

Union Square has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 82).

How does Union Square compare to the rest of Baltimore?

Union Square's overall crime index is 175, compared to the Baltimore average of 109. This means crime in Union Square is 66% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 130, and for property crime it is 99. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Union Square?

The most prevalent crime type in Union Square is Assault, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Union Square?

Nearby neighborhoods include Franklin Square, New Southwest / Mount Clare, Boyd / Booth, Hollins Market. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Union Square?

Union Square has a population of approximately 1,114. The median household income is $80,193. The median home value is $211,463. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Union Square crime compare to the national average?

Union Square's overall crime rate is 75% above the national average (index 175 vs 100). Within Baltimore, it is safer than 15% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.