Catskill, NY Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 43% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Catskill Safe?
Somewhat — crime is near the national average
Safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Some areas are safe, others are not.
Catskill has a crime rate that is 13% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 270.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 270
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
3% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 39
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
42% higher than national average
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Catskill 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
|
108 | +8% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
97 | -3% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
99 | -1% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
93 | -7% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
84 | -16% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
139 | +39% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
133 | +33% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Catskill Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Catskill Crime by Zip Code
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Catskill Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Catskill, NY?
Catskill, NY has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 13% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 270 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 39 chance for property crime. Catskill has lower crime than 43% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Catskill, NY safe to live in?
Catskill has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Catskill is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Catskill?
The estimated violent crime rate in Catskill is 370.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 3% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 270 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 5.4 per 100K (8% above average); aggravated assault at 260.6 per 100K (3% below average); robbery at 72.9 per 100K (1% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Catskill?
The estimated property crime rate in Catskill is 2,593.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 42% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 39 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 225.6 per 100K (16% below average); larceny/theft at 1,943.2 per 100K (39% above average); vehicle theft at 425.1 per 100K (33% above average).
How does Catskill crime compare to the national average?
Catskill's overall crime rate is 13% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (39% above average), while burglary is 16% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Catskill has lower crime than 43% of them.
Is Catskill safe to visit?
Visitors to Catskill should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 42% above 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 Catskill crime compare to the rest of New York?
New York as a whole has crime that is 1% above the national average. Catskill's crime rate is 13% below the national average, making it safer the typical New York city.
What type of crime is most common in Catskill?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Catskill, with an estimated rate of 1,943.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 39% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,594 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (370 per 100K) in Catskill, which is consistent with national trends.