Crime Safety Grade

B-

Fairfield, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 88% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Fairfield Safe?

With an overall crime index of 63, Fairfield has a 37% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 338. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Seminole earning an A grade while Paradise Valley rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Fairfield
63
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
63
37% below average
Violent Crime
74
26% below average
Property Crime
47
53% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Fairfield

1 in 338

Property crime: 1 in 532

Where Is It Safe in Fairfield?

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Fairfield Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 4% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 70% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 49 ▼ 51%
Assault Violent 104 ▲ 4%
Robbery Violent 68 ▼ 32%
Burglary Property 30 ▼ 70%
Larceny / Theft Property 46 ▼ 54%
Vehicle Theft Property 65 ▼ 35%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Fairfield Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Seminole A 48
2 Paradise Valley B+ 78

Fairfield Crime by Zip Code

94534
A Index: 53
94533
B+ Index: 107

Fairfield Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
142,042
Median Income
$86,204
Home Value
$431,570
Median Rent
$1,734
Home Ownership
59%

Racial Demographics

White
41.6%
Black
15.9%
Hispanic
31.5%
Asian
18.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fairfield?
Fairfield has an overall crime index of 63, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Fairfield are rated A or B for safety.
Is Fairfield safe to live in?
Fairfield 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 Fairfield?
The safest neighborhoods in Fairfield based on crime data include Seminole, and Paradise Valley. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Fairfield crime compare to the national average?
Fairfield's overall crime index is 63 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 37% lower than the typical US city.

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