Crime Safety Grade

A

Grand Junction, CO Crime Rate

Lower crime than 80% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Grand Junction Safe?

With an overall crime index of 79, Grand Junction has a 21% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 298. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Redlands earning an A+ grade while Downtown Grand Junction rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Grand Junction
79
Colorado Avg
114
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
79
21% below average
Violent Crime
84
16% below average
Property Crime
93
7% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Grand Junction

1 in 298

Property crime: 1 in 269

Where Is It Safe in Grand Junction?

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Grand Junction Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 2% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 27% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 91 ▼ 9%
Assault Violent 73 ▼ 27%
Robbery Violent 87 ▼ 13%
Burglary Property 98 ▼ 2%
Larceny / Theft Property 96 ▼ 4%
Vehicle Theft Property 85 ▼ 15%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Grand Junction Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Redlands A+ 44
2 Southeast Grand Junction A+ 54
3 North Grand Junction A+ 79
4 Northwest Grand Junction A+ 79
5 Northeast Grand Junction A+ 66
6 Orchard Mesa A 90
7 Downtown Grand Junction A 139

Grand Junction Crime by Zip Code

81507
A+ Index: 43
81506
A+ Index: 81
81504
A+ Index: 61
81505
A Index: 87
81503
A Index: 90
81501
A Index: 137

Grand Junction Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
134,074
Median Income
$54,570
Home Value
$251,420
Median Rent
$895
Home Ownership
61%

Racial Demographics

White
89.3%
Black
0.8%
Hispanic
15.4%
Asian
1.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Grand Junction?
Grand Junction has an overall crime index of 79, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Grand Junction are rated A or B for safety.
Is Grand Junction safe to live in?
Grand Junction has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Grand Junction?
The safest neighborhoods in Grand Junction based on crime data include Redlands, Southeast Grand Junction, North Grand Junction, Northwest Grand Junction, and Northeast Grand Junction. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Grand Junction crime compare to the national average?
Grand Junction's overall crime index is 79 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 21% lower than the typical US city.

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