Bar Harbor, ME Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 77% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Bar Harbor Safe?
Yes — Bar Harbor is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Bar Harbor has a crime rate that is 40% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 413.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 413
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
36% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 73
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
25% lower than national average
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Bar Harbor 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
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
67 | -33% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
74 | -26% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
73 | -27% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Bar Harbor, ME?
Bar Harbor, ME has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 40% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 413 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 73 chance for property crime. Bar Harbor has lower crime than 77% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Bar Harbor, ME safe to live in?
Bar Harbor 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 Bar Harbor is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Bar Harbor?
The estimated violent crime rate in Bar Harbor is 242.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 36% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 413 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.1 per 100K (38% below average); aggravated assault at 179.9 per 100K (33% below average); robbery at 37.3 per 100K (50% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Bar Harbor?
The estimated property crime rate in Bar Harbor is 1,374.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 25% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 73 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 101.1 per 100K (63% below average); larceny/theft at 1,039.7 per 100K (26% below average); vehicle theft at 233.9 per 100K (27% below average).
How does Bar Harbor crime compare to the national average?
Bar Harbor's overall crime rate is 40% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (26% below average), while burglary is 63% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Bar Harbor has lower crime than 77% of them.
Is Bar Harbor safe to visit?
Bar Harbor is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 25% 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 Bar Harbor crime compare to the rest of Maine?
Maine as a whole has crime that is 24% above the national average. Bar Harbor's crime rate is 40% below the national average, making it safer the typical Maine city.
What type of crime is most common in Bar Harbor?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Bar Harbor, with an estimated rate of 1,039.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 26% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,375 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (242 per 100K) in Bar Harbor, which is consistent with national trends.