Crime Safety Grade

C+

Elmont, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 76% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Elmont Safe?

With an overall crime index of 85, Elmont has a 15% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 321. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like North Valley Stream earning an A- grade while Elmont rates B.

Crime Index Comparison

Elmont
85
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
85
15% below average
Violent Crime
78
22% below average
Property Crime
76
24% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Elmont

1 in 321

Property crime: 1 in 329

Where Is It Safe in Elmont?

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Elmont Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 12% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 38% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Assault Violent 77 ▼ 23%
Robbery Violent 85 ▼ 15%
Burglary Property 62 ▼ 38%
Larceny / Theft Property 88 ▼ 12%
Vehicle Theft Property 77 ▼ 23%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Elmont Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 North Valley Stream A- 77
2 Elmont B 93

Elmont Crime by Zip Code

11003
B Index: 86

Elmont Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
36,245
Median Income
$100,923
Home Value
$427,161
Median Rent
$1,767
Home Ownership
78%

Racial Demographics

White
22.9%
Black
47.3%
Hispanic
23.7%
Asian
13.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Elmont?
Elmont has an overall crime index of 85, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Elmont are rated A or B for safety.
Is Elmont safe to live in?
Elmont has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Elmont?
The safest neighborhoods in Elmont based on crime data include North Valley Stream, and Elmont. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Elmont crime compare to the national average?
Elmont's overall crime index is 85 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 15% lower than the typical US city.

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