Crime Safety Grade

A-

Fountain, CO Crime Rate

Lower crime than 94% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Fountain Safe?

With an overall crime index of 48, Fountain has a 52% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 714. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Fountain earning an A grade while Fountain rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Fountain
48
Colorado Avg
114
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
48
52% below average
Violent Crime
35
65% below average
Property Crime
72
28% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Fountain

1 in 714

Property crime: 1 in 347

Where Is It Safe in Fountain?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Fountain
A
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Fountain Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 6% below avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 100% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 71 ▼ 29%
Assault Violent 35 ▼ 65%
Robbery Violent 0 ▼ 100%
Burglary Property 68 ▼ 32%
Larceny / Theft Property 55 ▼ 45%
Vehicle Theft Property 94 ▼ 6%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Fountain Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Fountain A 48

Fountain Crime by Zip Code

80817
A Index: 53

Fountain Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
30,240
Median Income
$68,194
Home Value
$259,929
Median Rent
$1,505
Home Ownership
70%

Racial Demographics

White
67.3%
Black
11.5%
Hispanic
20.8%
Asian
3.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fountain?
Fountain has an overall crime index of 48, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Fountain are rated A or B for safety.
Is Fountain safe to live in?
Fountain has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Fountain?
The safest neighborhoods in Fountain based on crime data include Fountain. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Fountain crime compare to the national average?
Fountain's overall crime index is 48 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 52% lower than the typical US city.

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