Caribou, ME Crime Rate & Safety
Last updated: May 8, 2026
Lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated May 2026
Summary: Caribou, ME Crime Rate (2026)
Caribou, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 50% below the national average. Caribou has lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Data source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) & local law enforcement agencies. Last updated: May 8, 2026.
Is Caribou Safe?
Yes — Caribou is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Caribou has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 562.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 562
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
53% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 94
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
42% lower than national average
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Caribou 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
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Caribou Crime Map
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Caribou Crime by Zip Code
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Caribou, ME?
Caribou, ME has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 562 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 94 chance for property crime. Caribou has lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Caribou, ME safe to live in?
Caribou 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 Caribou is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Caribou?
The estimated violent crime rate in Caribou is 178.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 562 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.7 per 100K (46% below average); aggravated assault at 120.5 per 100K (55% below average); robbery at 35.0 per 100K (53% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Caribou?
The estimated property crime rate in Caribou is 1,059.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 42% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 94 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 143.7 per 100K (47% below average); larceny/theft at 758.2 per 100K (46% below average); vehicle theft at 157.8 per 100K (50% below average).
How does Caribou crime compare to the national average?
Caribou's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (41% below average), while assault is 55% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Caribou has lower crime than 94% of them.
Is Caribou safe to visit?
Caribou is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 42% 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 Caribou crime compare to the rest of Maine?
Maine as a whole has crime that is 24% above the national average. Caribou's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Maine city.
What type of crime is most common in Caribou?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Caribou, with an estimated rate of 758.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 46% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,060 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (178 per 100K) in Caribou, which is consistent with national trends.