El Nido, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 91% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is El Nido Safe?
No — crime is noticeably above average
Choosing the right neighborhood is critical for personal safety.
El Nido has a crime rate that is 67% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 163.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 163
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
61% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 67
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
18% lower than national average
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El Nido 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
|
167 | +67% | Moderate | |
|
Assault
|
167 | +67% | Moderate | |
|
Robbery
|
134 | +34% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
173 | +73% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
151 | +51% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
131 | +31% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
El Nido Crime Map
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El Nido Crime by Zip Code
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in El Nido, CA?
El Nido, CA has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 67% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 163 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 67 chance for property crime. El Nido has higher crime than 91% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is El Nido, CA safe to live in?
El Nido has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting El Nido is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in El Nido?
The estimated violent crime rate in El Nido is 612.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 61% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 163 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 8.3 per 100K (67% above average); aggravated assault at 447.0 per 100K (67% above average); robbery at 99.0 per 100K (34% above average).
What is the property crime rate in El Nido?
The estimated property crime rate in El Nido is 1,502.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 18% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 67 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 407.1 per 100K (51% above average); larceny/theft at 678.8 per 100K (52% below average); vehicle theft at 416.4 per 100K (31% above average).
How does El Nido crime compare to the national average?
El Nido's overall crime rate is 67% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (73% above average), while larceny/theft is 52% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, El Nido has higher crime than 91% of them.
Is El Nido safe to visit?
Visitors to El Nido should be cautious, especially in high-crime neighborhoods. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 18% 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 El Nido crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. El Nido's crime rate is 67% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in El Nido?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in El Nido, with an estimated rate of 678.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 52% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,502 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (613 per 100K) in El Nido, which is consistent with national trends.