Ephrata, PA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 93% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Ephrata Safe?
Yes — Ephrata is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Ephrata has a crime rate that is 49% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 560.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 560
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
53% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 77
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
29% lower than national average
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Ephrata 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
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
41 | -59% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Ephrata, PA?
Ephrata, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 49% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 560 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 77 chance for property crime. Ephrata has lower crime than 93% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Ephrata, PA safe to live in?
Ephrata is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Ephrata is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Ephrata?
The estimated violent crime rate in Ephrata is 178.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 560 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.8 per 100K (44% below average); aggravated assault at 121.6 per 100K (55% below average); robbery at 40.3 per 100K (45% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Ephrata?
The estimated property crime rate in Ephrata is 1,303.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 29% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 77 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 135.5 per 100K (50% below average); larceny/theft at 956.7 per 100K (32% below average); vehicle theft at 211.4 per 100K (34% below average).
How does Ephrata crime compare to the national average?
Ephrata's overall crime rate is 49% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (32% below average), while rape is 59% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Ephrata has lower crime than 93% of them.
Is Ephrata safe to visit?
Ephrata is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 29% 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 Ephrata crime compare to the rest of Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania as a whole has crime that is 0% below the national average. Ephrata's crime rate is 49% below the national average, making it safer the typical Pennsylvania city.
What type of crime is most common in Ephrata?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Ephrata, with an estimated rate of 956.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 32% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,304 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (179 per 100K) in Ephrata, which is consistent with national trends.