Cambridge, OH Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Cambridge Safe?
Yes — Cambridge is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Cambridge has a crime rate that is 42% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 455.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 455
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
42% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 79
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
31% lower than national average
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Cambridge 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
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Cambridge Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Cambridge, OH?
Cambridge, OH has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 42% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 455 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 79 chance for property crime. Cambridge has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Cambridge, OH safe to live in?
Cambridge 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 Cambridge is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Cambridge?
The estimated violent crime rate in Cambridge is 219.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 42% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 455 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.0 per 100K (40% below average); aggravated assault at 160.6 per 100K (40% below average); robbery at 36.2 per 100K (51% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Cambridge?
The estimated property crime rate in Cambridge is 1,258.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 31% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 79 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 132.1 per 100K (51% below average); larceny/theft at 919.1 per 100K (34% below average); vehicle theft at 207.7 per 100K (35% below average).
How does Cambridge crime compare to the national average?
Cambridge's overall crime rate is 42% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (34% below average), while robbery is 51% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Cambridge has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Cambridge safe to visit?
Cambridge is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 31% 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 Cambridge crime compare to the rest of Ohio?
Ohio as a whole has crime that is 3% below the national average. Cambridge's crime rate is 42% below the national average, making it safer the typical Ohio city.
What type of crime is most common in Cambridge?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Cambridge, with an estimated rate of 919.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 34% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,259 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (220 per 100K) in Cambridge, which is consistent with national trends.