Brooks, ME Crime Rate & Safety

Last updated: May 30, 2026

Grade: A

Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities

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

52%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 554
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 134
Property Crime Risk

Summary: Brooks, ME Crime Rate (2026)

Brooks, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 52% below the national average. Brooks has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Data source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) & local law enforcement agencies. Last updated: May 30, 2026.

Is Brooks Safe?

Yes — Brooks is very safe

A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.

Brooks has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 554.

Crime Index Comparison

Brooks
48
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Violent Crime

1 in 554

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

53% lower than national average

Property Crime

1 in 134

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

59% lower than national average

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Brooks Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Rape · 46% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 64% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
49 -51% Low
Assault
46 -54% Low
Robbery
51 -49% Low
Rape
54 -46% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
44 -56% Low
Larceny / Theft
36 -64% Low
Vehicle Theft
39 -61% Low

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Brooks Crime Map

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Brooks Crime by Zip Code

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Brooks Demographics & Context

Population
996
Median Income
$39,438
Home Value
$123,010
Median Rent
$770
Ownership
79%

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 0.8%
White 95.5%
Black 0.5%
Asian 0.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Brooks, ME?

Brooks, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 554 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 134 chance for property crime. Brooks has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Brooks, ME safe to live in?

Brooks is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Brooks is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Brooks?

The estimated violent crime rate in Brooks is 180.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 554 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (51% below average); aggravated assault at 122.2 per 100K (54% below average); robbery at 37.9 per 100K (49% below average).

What is the property crime rate in Brooks?

The estimated property crime rate in Brooks is 743.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 59% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 134 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 118.8 per 100K (56% below average); larceny/theft at 499.2 per 100K (64% below average); vehicle theft at 125.7 per 100K (61% below average).

How does Brooks crime compare to the national average?

Brooks's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (46% below average), while larceny/theft is 64% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Brooks has lower crime than 97% of them.

Is Brooks safe to visit?

Brooks is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 59% 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 Brooks crime compare to the rest of Maine?

Maine as a whole has crime that is 24% above the national average. Brooks's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical Maine city.

What type of crime is most common in Brooks?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Brooks, with an estimated rate of 499.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 64% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (744 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (181 per 100K) in Brooks, which is consistent with national trends.

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