Coarsegold, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 77% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Coarsegold Safe?
Yes — Coarsegold is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Coarsegold has a crime rate that is 40% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 409.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 409
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
36% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 334
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
84% lower than national average
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Coarsegold 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
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
67 | -33% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
8 | -92% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
11 | -89% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Coarsegold Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Coarsegold, CA?
Coarsegold, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 40% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 409 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 334 chance for property crime. Coarsegold has lower crime than 77% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Coarsegold, CA safe to live in?
Coarsegold 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 Coarsegold is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Coarsegold?
The estimated violent crime rate in Coarsegold is 244.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 36% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 409 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.1 per 100K (58% below average); aggravated assault at 172.5 per 100K (36% below average); robbery at 49.6 per 100K (33% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Coarsegold?
The estimated property crime rate in Coarsegold is 299.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 84% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 334 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 156.2 per 100K (42% below average); larceny/theft at 109.5 per 100K (92% below average); vehicle theft at 33.7 per 100K (89% below average).
How does Coarsegold crime compare to the national average?
Coarsegold's overall crime rate is 40% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (33% below average), while larceny/theft is 92% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Coarsegold has lower crime than 77% of them.
Is Coarsegold safe to visit?
Coarsegold is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 84% 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 Coarsegold crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Coarsegold's crime rate is 40% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Coarsegold?
Aggravated assault is the most common crime in Coarsegold, with an estimated rate of 172.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 36% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (299 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (244 per 100K) in Coarsegold, which is consistent with national trends.