Crime Safety Grade

B+

Chowchilla, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 96% of U.S. cities

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

Is Chowchilla Safe?

With an overall crime index of 41, Chowchilla has a 59% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 595. 100% of Chowchilla neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Chowchilla
41
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
41
59% below average
Violent Crime
42
58% below average
Property Crime
67
33% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Chowchilla

1 in 595

Property crime: 1 in 373

Where Is It Safe in Chowchilla?

Chowchilla Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 27% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 62% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 38 ▼ 62%
Assault Violent 44 ▼ 56%
Robbery Violent 43 ▼ 57%
Burglary Property 60 ▼ 40%
Larceny / Theft Property 73 ▼ 27%
Vehicle Theft Property 69 ▼ 31%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Chowchilla Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Greenhills A 41

Chowchilla Crime by Zip Code

Chowchilla Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
18,443
Median Income
$56,683
Home Value
$219,834
Median Rent
$946
Home Ownership
55%

Racial Demographics

White
52.5%
Black
12.3%
Hispanic
47.9%
Asian
2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Chowchilla?
Chowchilla has an overall crime index of 41, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Chowchilla are rated A or B for safety.
Is Chowchilla safe to live in?
Chowchilla has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Chowchilla?
The safest neighborhoods in Chowchilla based on crime data include Greenhills. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Chowchilla crime compare to the national average?
Chowchilla's overall crime index is 41 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 59% lower than the typical US city.

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