Crime Safety Grade

B

Costa Mesa, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 65% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 17+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Costa Mesa Safe?

With an overall crime index of 98, Costa Mesa has a 2% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 236. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Lower Bird Streets earning an A+ grade while John Wayne Airport rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Costa Mesa
98
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
98
2% below average
Violent Crime
106
6% above average
Property Crime
108
8% above average
Safe Areas
88%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Costa Mesa

1 in 236

Property crime: 1 in 231

Where Is It Safe in Costa Mesa?

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Costa Mesa Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 22% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 6% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 104 ▲ 4%
Assault Violent 106 ▲ 6%
Robbery Violent 107 ▲ 7%
Burglary Property 94 ▼ 6%
Larceny / Theft Property 122 ▲ 22%
Vehicle Theft Property 107 ▲ 7%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Costa Mesa Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Lower Bird Streets A+ 10
2 The State Streets A+ 38
3 Balearic Park A+ 12
4 The Island Streets A+ 20
5 College Park A 89
6 Eastside Costa Mesa A 135
7 The Tree Streets A- 103
8 The Spice Streets A- 77
9 Costa Mesa North Industrial / Business Park A- 85
10 Mesa del Mar A- 57
11 Westside Costa Mesa A- 114
12 Wimbledon Village B+ 126
13 Bristol / Paularino B+ 126
14 Upper Bird Streets B 161
15 Orange County Fairgrounds / Orange Coast College B 133
16 Costa Mesa Business Park C+ 192
17 John Wayne Airport C+ 192

Costa Mesa Crime by Zip Code

92628
A- Index: 79
92627
A- Index: 127
92626
A- Index: 106

Costa Mesa Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
112,958
Median Income
$90,370
Home Value
$804,938
Median Rent
$1,927
Home Ownership
41%

Racial Demographics

White
63.8%
Black
1.8%
Hispanic
36.1%
Asian
11.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Costa Mesa?
Costa Mesa has an overall crime index of 98, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 88% of neighborhoods in Costa Mesa are rated A or B for safety.
Is Costa Mesa safe to live in?
Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa?
The safest neighborhoods in Costa Mesa based on crime data include Lower Bird Streets, The State Streets, Balearic Park, The Island Streets, and College Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Costa Mesa crime compare to the national average?
Costa Mesa's overall crime index is 98 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 2% lower than the typical US city.

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