Is Fresno Safe?
With an overall crime index of 115, Fresno has a 15% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 221. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Fort Washington earning an A grade while Little Italy rates D+.
Crime Index Comparison
Fresno
California Avg
National Avg
100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.
Crime Index
115
15% above average
Violent Crime
113
13% above average
Property Crime
119
19% above average
Safe Areas
74%
Neighborhoods rated A or B
Your chance of violent crime in Fresno
1 in 221
Property crime: 1 in 210
Where Is It Safe in Fresno?
Safest Neighborhoods
1
A
2
A
3
A
4
A
5
A
6
A-
7
A-
8
A-
9
A-
10
A-
Fort Washington
Median income: $97,857
Van Ness Extension
Median income: $134,300
Tarpey Village
Median income: $79,184
Copper River Ranch
Median income: $121,432
Sierra Sky Park
Median income: $102,999
Calwa
Median income: $39,136
Butler Park
Median income: $35,924
Old Fig Garden
Median income: $83,751
Germantown
Median income: $37,911
Malaga
Median income: $33,680
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Fresno Crime Breakdown
Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 28% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 5% above avg
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murder Violent | 115 | ▲ 15% | |
| Assault Violent | 116 | ▲ 16% | |
| Robbery Violent | 108 | ▲ 8% | |
| Burglary Property | 105 | ▲ 5% | |
| Larceny / Theft Property | 125 | ▲ 25% | |
| Vehicle Theft Property | 128 | ▲ 28% |
Violent vs Property Crime
Neighborhood Safety Distribution
All Fresno Neighborhoods
| # | Neighborhood | Grade | Crime Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Washington | A | 15 |
| 2 | Van Ness Extension | A | 77 |
| 3 | Tarpey Village | A | 57 |
| 4 | Copper River Ranch | A | 74 |
| 5 | Sierra Sky Park | A | 54 |
| 6 | Calwa | A- | 73 |
| 7 | Butler Park | A- | 42 |
| 8 | Old Fig Garden | A- | 101 |
| 9 | Germantown | A- | 89 |
| 10 | Malaga | A- | 93 |
| 11 | Huntington | B+ | 92 |
| 12 | Armenian Town | B+ | 105 |
| 13 | West Park | B+ | 89 |
| 14 | Sunnyside | B+ | 101 |
| 15 | North Avenue Industrial Triangle | B | 128 |
| 16 | Tower District | B | 152 |
| 17 | Dakota | B | 113 |
| 18 | Fulton | B- | 189 |
| 19 | Chinatown | B- | 151 |
| 20 | Mayfair | B- | 130 |
| 21 | Cultural Arts District | C+ | 190 |
| 22 | Pinedale | C+ | 141 |
| 23 | Sun Garden Acres | C+ | 166 |
| 24 | Highway City | C | 156 |
| 25 | Lowell | C- | 178 |
| 26 | Fresno Chandler Executive Airport | D+ | 169 |
| 27 | Little Italy | D+ | 183 |
Fresno Crime by Zip Code
93730
A
Index: 39
93711
A-
Index: 91
93720
A-
Index: 73
93704
A-
Index: 126
93741
A-
Index: 169
93722
A-
Index: 86
93725
A-
Index: 71
93702
B+
Index: 91
93737
B+
Index: 75
93723
B+
Index: 86
93727
B+
Index: 95
93703
B+
Index: 123
93710
B
Index: 121
93650
B
Index: 120
93740
B
Index: 175
93726
B
Index: 133
93728
B-
Index: 155
93705
B-
Index: 143
93721
C+
Index: 160
93706
C+
Index: 136
93701
C
Index: 168
93764
D+
Index: 187
Fresno Demographics & Cost of Living
Population
702,486
Median Income
$53,368
Home Value
$254,787
Median Rent
$1,041
Home Ownership
47%
Racial Demographics
White
44.9%
Black
6.8%
Hispanic
50.3%
Asian
13.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Fresno?
Fresno has an overall crime index of 115, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 74% of neighborhoods in Fresno are rated A or B for safety.
Is Fresno safe to live in?
Fresno 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 Fresno?
The safest neighborhoods in Fresno based on crime data include Fort Washington, Van Ness Extension, Tarpey Village, Copper River Ranch, and Sierra Sky Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Fresno crime compare to the national average?
Fresno's overall crime index is 115 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 15% higher than the typical US city.
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