Is Daly City Safe?
With an overall crime index of 73, Daly City has a 27% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 291. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Southern Hills earning an A- grade while Broadmoor rates B-.
Crime Index Comparison
Daly City
California Avg
National Avg
100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.
Crime Index
73
27% below average
Violent Crime
86
14% below average
Property Crime
79
21% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B
Your chance of violent crime in Daly City
1 in 291
Property crime: 1 in 316
Where Is It Safe in Daly City?
Safest Neighborhoods
1
A-
2
A-
3
A-
4
A-
5
B+
6
B+
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B+
8
B+
9
B+
10
B
Southern Hills
Median income: $105,626
Cemetery
Median income: $104,331
Serramonte
Median income: $114,648
Cypress Hills
Median income: $73,240
Central Colma
Median income: $92,001
Westlake
Median income: $104,451
Sterling Park
Median income: $75,774
Crocker
Median income: $112,770
Hillside
Median income: $91,787
Original Daly City
Median income: $74,377
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Daly City Crime Breakdown
Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 0% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 41% below avg
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murder Violent | 85 | ▼ 15% | |
| Assault Violent | 75 | ▼ 25% | |
| Robbery Violent | 98 | ▼ 2% | |
| Burglary Property | 59 | ▼ 41% | |
| Larceny / Theft Property | 77 | ▼ 23% | |
| Vehicle Theft Property | 100 | ▼ 0% |
Violent vs Property Crime
Neighborhood Safety Distribution
All Daly City Neighborhoods
| # | Neighborhood | Grade | Crime Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southern Hills | A- | 58 |
| 2 | Cemetery | A- | 18 |
| 3 | Serramonte | A- | 52 |
| 4 | Cypress Hills | A- | 55 |
| 5 | Central Colma | B+ | 56 |
| 6 | Westlake | B+ | 76 |
| 7 | Sterling Park | B+ | 67 |
| 8 | Crocker | B+ | 82 |
| 9 | Hillside | B+ | 65 |
| 10 | Original Daly City | B | 106 |
| 11 | Bayshore | B | 112 |
| 12 | St. Francis | B | 90 |
| 13 | Broadmoor | B- | 114 |
Daly City Crime by Zip Code
Daly City Demographics & Cost of Living
Population
107,197
Median Income
$99,910
Home Value
$851,030
Median Rent
$2,240
Home Ownership
60%
Racial Demographics
White
16.9%
Black
2.7%
Hispanic
23.9%
Asian
61.6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Daly City?
Daly City has an overall crime index of 73, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Daly City are rated A or B for safety.
Is Daly City safe to live in?
Daly City 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 Daly City?
The safest neighborhoods in Daly City based on crime data include Southern Hills, Cemetery, Serramonte, Cypress Hills, and Central Colma. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Daly City crime compare to the national average?
Daly City's overall crime index is 73 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 27% lower than the typical US city.
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