Crime Safety Grade

B-

Daytona Beach, FL Crime Rate

Higher crime than 60% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Daytona Beach Safe?

With an overall crime index of 119, Daytona Beach has a 19% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 171. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Daytona Automall earning an A grade while Country Club Harbor rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Daytona Beach
119
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
119
19% above average
Violent Crime
146
46% above average
Property Crime
156
56% above average
Safe Areas
70%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Daytona Beach

1 in 171

Property crime: 1 in 160

Where Is It Safe in Daytona Beach?

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Daytona Beach Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 66% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 18% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 154 ▲ 54%
Assault Violent 118 ▲ 18%
Robbery Violent 166 ▲ 66%
Burglary Property 145 ▲ 45%
Larceny / Theft Property 161 ▲ 61%
Vehicle Theft Property 161 ▲ 61%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Daytona Beach Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Daytona Automall A 34
2 Lionspaw A 34
3 Pelican Bay A 83
4 Rio Vista A 153
5 Fairlawn at Daytona Beach A 151
6 East Daytona A- 162
7 Daytona Beach International Airport A- 71
8 Industrial Park C+ 167
9 Biltmore Heights C+ 167
10 Country Club Harbor C+ 166

Daytona Beach Crime by Zip Code

32124
A Index: 24
32118
A Index: 171
32119
A Index: 115
32117
B+ Index: 145
32114
C Index: 151

Daytona Beach Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
68,711
Median Income
$38,686
Home Value
$165,260
Median Rent
$979
Home Ownership
44%

Racial Demographics

White
63.6%
Black
29.1%
Hispanic
7.1%
Asian
2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Daytona Beach?
Daytona Beach has an overall crime index of 119, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 70% of neighborhoods in Daytona Beach are rated A or B for safety.
Is Daytona Beach safe to live in?
Daytona Beach 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 Daytona Beach?
The safest neighborhoods in Daytona Beach based on crime data include Daytona Automall, Lionspaw, Pelican Bay, Rio Vista, and Fairlawn at Daytona Beach. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Daytona Beach crime compare to the national average?
Daytona Beach's overall crime index is 119 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 19% higher than the typical US city.

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