Cocoa Beach, FL Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Cocoa Beach Safe?
Yes — Cocoa Beach is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Cocoa Beach has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 569.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 569
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
54% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 128
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
57% lower than national average
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Cocoa Beach 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
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
16 | -84% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
21 | -79% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
32 | -68% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Cocoa Beach Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Cocoa Beach, FL?
Cocoa Beach, FL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 569 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 128 chance for property crime. Cocoa Beach has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Cocoa Beach, FL safe to live in?
Cocoa Beach 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 Cocoa Beach is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Cocoa Beach?
The estimated violent crime rate in Cocoa Beach is 175.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 569 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 1.9 per 100K (62% below average); aggravated assault at 154.7 per 100K (42% below average); robbery at 11.8 per 100K (84% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Cocoa Beach?
The estimated property crime rate in Cocoa Beach is 783.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 57% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 128 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 132.6 per 100K (51% below average); larceny/theft at 549.0 per 100K (61% below average); vehicle theft at 102.1 per 100K (68% below average).
How does Cocoa Beach crime compare to the national average?
Cocoa Beach's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (42% below average), while robbery is 84% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Cocoa Beach has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Cocoa Beach safe to visit?
Cocoa Beach is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 57% 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 Cocoa Beach crime compare to the rest of Florida?
Florida as a whole has crime that is 3% above the national average. Cocoa Beach's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Florida city.
What type of crime is most common in Cocoa Beach?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Cocoa Beach, with an estimated rate of 549.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 61% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (784 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (176 per 100K) in Cocoa Beach, which is consistent with national trends.