Cedar City, UT Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Cedar City Safe?
Yes — Cedar City is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Cedar City has a crime rate that is 42% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 431.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 431
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
39% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 71
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
23% lower than national average
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Cedar City 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
|
74 | -26% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
71 | -29% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
74 | -26% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Cedar City Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Cedar City, UT?
Cedar City, UT 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 431 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 71 chance for property crime. Cedar City has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Cedar City, UT safe to live in?
Cedar City 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 Cedar City is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Cedar City?
The estimated violent crime rate in Cedar City is 232.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 39% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 431 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.7 per 100K (26% below average); aggravated assault at 156.0 per 100K (42% below average); robbery at 51.8 per 100K (30% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Cedar City?
The estimated property crime rate in Cedar City is 1,411.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 23% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 71 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 185.6 per 100K (31% below average); larceny/theft at 990.5 per 100K (29% below average); vehicle theft at 235.2 per 100K (26% below average).
How does Cedar City crime compare to the national average?
Cedar City's overall crime rate is 42% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is murder (26% below average), while assault is 42% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Cedar City has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Cedar City safe to visit?
Cedar City is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 23% 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 Cedar City crime compare to the rest of Utah?
Utah as a whole has crime that is 3% below the national average. Cedar City's crime rate is 42% below the national average, making it safer the typical Utah city.
What type of crime is most common in Cedar City?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Cedar City, with an estimated rate of 990.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 29% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,411 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (232 per 100K) in Cedar City, which is consistent with national trends.